Circulating Nurse

Maine Eye Center•Portland, ME

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Maine Eye Center’s vision is to be the preferred regional ophthalmology practice for comprehensive medical and surgical eye care. Our mission is to consistently provide high quality eye care and outcomes through excellent service, exceptional doctors, staff, and state of the art technology. Maine Eye Center Core Values include: Teamwork, Quality Patient Care, Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity. The Circulating Registered Nurse works in collaboration with the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and entire OR staff to maintain a safe surgical environment for the patient. This position generally works four days per week Monday – Thursday between 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexibility in schedule is needed in order to meet business goals and provide exceptional patient service.

Requirements

Minimum of one year of nursing experience is required or one year of experience in an operating room in another capacity is required.
Knowledge of organizational policies and clinical procedures being performed, the ability to consistently speak clearly and concisely is required.
Demonstrated knowledge of medications used by the surgeon and anesthesiologist, including preparing and dispensing narcotics.
Exceptional customer service and leadership skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment is essential.
Consistently using proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
BSN or degree from accredited Registered Nursing program is required.
Active Maine RN license is required.
BLS is required
ACLS certification is required within six months.

Responsibilities

Preparing the local and regional injections according to the surgeon’s order
Assisting in the preparation of medications used by the anesthesiologist
Making sure that the operating room is properly prepared for the surgery scheduled including: preparing supplies, sterilizating instruments, and checking the working order of the equipment
Opening of sterile packs, instruments, and supplies assuring that a sterile environment is maintained
Overseeing and supervision of the operating room and pre/post-operative areas on a surgical day
Documenting in the controlled substances log
Dispensing controlled narcotics, according to physician order
Reporting and troubleshooting all broken or defective supplies or equipment
Checking and supplying the operating room at the end of the day
Providing in-service to the staff where needed
Assisting in the training program of the student surgical technicians
Checking surgeon preference cards; making sure they are accurate and current
Providing emotional support for the patient
Assisting in reviewing all policies and procedures annually
Assisting in implementing a quality improvement program
Practicing safe aseptic technique and be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeon or anesthesiologist
Other duties as assigned by supervisor