ASC Registered Nurse - OR

Michigan Institute of Urology • Utica, MI

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About The Position

The ASC Registered Nurse OR provides safe, quality patient care in the operating room. The RN supports patients before, during, and after surgery and assists the surgeon and surgical team. The role includes coordinating and delivering patient care, preparing the operating room, working as both a scrub and circulating nurse, and supporting patient comfort and safety. The nurse also communicates with patients, families, and the operating team; handles specimens; administers and records medications; and provides preoperative instructions.

Employees are expected to maintain high standards of ethical conduct and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures. This includes protecting patient health information under HIPAA, promptly reporting suspected concerns or violations, and completing annual compliance training on time.

Requirements

• Current RN license and certification as required by the state.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as an OR Nurse.
• Ability to build relationships with patients and demonstrate empathy and compassion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare system operations, such as EMR.
• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to develop a patient care plan in preparation for surgery.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to comply with HIPAA patient-confidentiality requirements.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Prepare the operating room for procedures.
• Evaluate medical information and provide direct, individualized bedside nursing care to preoperative and postoperative patients.
• Function in scrub and circulating nurse roles.
• Assist with patient positioning and respond to patient comfort and safety needs.
• Serve as a communication liaison to families and operating team members.
• Provide accurate care and handling of specimens.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications.
• Communicate preoperative instructions to patients.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned.
• Follow applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures, including HIPAA requirements.
• Immediately report suspected concerns or violations to a supervisor or the Compliance Department.
• Complete annual compliance training on time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree