Operating Room Nurse - Inova Oakville ASC

Inova Oakville Ambulatory Surg•Alexandria, VA

2d•$40 - $69

About The Position

Inova Oakville Surgery Center is a full-service ambulatory outpatient facility that is licensed, Medicare certified, and AAAHC accredited. It provides cost-effective outpatient services using modern technology in a friendly, caring environment staffed by highly skilled, compassionate professionals. The Operating Room Registered Nurse delivers expert, compassionate clinical care and coordination, focusing on patients, families, and healthcare teams. The nurse provides safe, holistic, individualized care; supports patients and caregivers with education throughout the care continuum; communicates and collaborates respectfully with other clinical disciplines; and helps achieve optimal patient outcomes. The role also supports clinical and financial quality through strong relationships and access to knowledge. The position may involve circulating RN duties and, depending on experience and unit needs, scrub RN duties. Circulating responsibilities include preparing patients and the operating room, supporting safe patient positioning, documenting procedures, coordinating with the surgical team and other departments, managing specimens, monitoring the environment, and performing instrument counts. Scrub responsibilities include preparing and maintaining the sterile field, managing instruments and supplies, handling specimens, maintaining aseptic technique, and assisting with post-procedure cleanup.

Requirements

At least one year of progressive experience as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room.
Current Registered Nurse licensure or eligibility for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or an active multi-state Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon start.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is optional and may be obtained within six months of hire, as applicable per ASC location.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure; confirm informed consent; and provide emotional support to patients and family members.
Arrange and prepare the operating room with necessary equipment and supplies, adjusting setup as needed.
Assist with safe, comfortable patient positioning and ensure devices or supports are secured.
Document procedure details, including times, personnel, supplies, and critical events or changes.
Coordinate communication between the surgical team and other departments, including obtaining messages, supplies, or equipment as needed.
Receive, accurately label, and transport specimens to the appropriate department for processing.
Monitor and maintain a safe, sterile environment, including checking lighting, temperature, and equipment setup.
Perform counts of sponges, needles, and instruments with the scrubbed team member.
Set up and maintain the sterile field and organize instruments and supplies for procedures.
Pass instruments, sponges, and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants, anticipating their needs.
Collect, label, and handle specimens as directed by the surgeon while maintaining sterility and following protocols.
Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout procedures to help prevent infection.
Assist with cleaning and organizing instruments and equipment after procedures, accounting for items and preparing them for sterilization.