Operating Room Nurse - Oakville ASC

Inova Surgery Center•Alexandria, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse delivers expert and compassionate clinical care and coordination, focusing on patients, families, and healthcare teams. By providing safe, holistic, and individualized care, the nurse ensures all interactions are centered on patient and caregiver needs, including education throughout the care continuum. The nurse communicates effectively and collaborates respectfully with other clinical disciplines, utilizing an integrated approach to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This role also empowers patients and enhances clinical and financial quality through strong relationships and knowledge access.

Requirements

At least one year of progressive experience as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room (OR)
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 can be obtained within six months of hire, as applicable per ASC location

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure, and ensure informed consent is completed. Provide emotional support to the patient and family members
Arrange and prepare the operating room with all necessary equipment and supplies, adjusting as needed to ensure smooth workflow
Assist in positioning the patient safely and comfortably for the procedure, ensuring any devices or supports are securely in place
Accurately document the procedure, including times, personnel present, supplies used, and any critical events or changes during surgery
Serve as a liaison between the surgical team and other departments, relaying messages or acquiring additional supplies or equipment as needed.
Receive specimens from the scrubbed team member, label them accurately, and transport them to the appropriate department for processing
Monitor for and maintain a safe, sterile environment, check functionality of lighting, temperature, and equipment setup as necessary to support the procedure
Perform counts of sponges, needles, and instruments with the scrubbed team member to ensure none are retained in the patient
Set up and maintain the sterile field, ensuring all instruments and supplies are ready and organized for the procedure
Hand instruments, sponges, and other sterile supplies to the surgeon and surgical assistants as needed, anticipating their needs throughout the procedure
Collect, label, and handle specimens as directed by the surgeon, maintaining sterility and adhering to proper protocols
Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the procedure, ensuring a sterile environment to prevent infection
Assist in cleaning and organizing instruments and equipment after the procedure, ensuring everything is accounted for and ready for sterilization