OR RN

Proliance Surgeons•Issaquah, WA

10d

About The Position

The operating room RN performs circulating nursing duties during surgery. The RN assesses and evaluates patient care needs, requests necessary pre-surgical clearances and diagnostics, and communicates the patient’s plan of care. The schedule has variable hours, including Saturdays. The RN works with the health care team to support patients throughout their surgical experience, contribute to patient education and safety, and help ensure supplies and equipment are ready and functioning properly. The role may also include charge nurse responsibilities as staffing demands and requests require.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current State licensure.
CPR, ACLS, and PALS accreditation.
Problem-solving skills.
Skill in using a computer.
Knowledge of applicable specialties.
Outpatient clinical organizational ability.
Ability to remain objective and personally separate oneself from given situations.
Ability to exhibit cooperation and flexibility and provide assistance when interfacing with patients, physicians, and staff.
Ability to multitask.
Skill in organizing and reporting accurate and complete information.
Understanding of the need for, and consistent respect for, confidentiality/HIPAA.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff.
Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Consistent and timely attendance.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the operating room, recovery room, intensive care, or emergency room is desired.

Responsibilities

Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient throughout their surgical experience.
Maintain a friendly, positive, and caring attitude with patients, physicians, and staff.
Assist with patient education during all phases of the patient’s experience at the Center.
Help ensure proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for procedures and that equipment is functioning properly.
Monitor supply use and assist with inventory control by properly counting supplies and time used.
Document the care provided to the patient appropriately.
Continue education to meet State requirements and stay current with health care changes.
Display professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the Center.
Take an active role on department committees.
Identify actual and potential risks to patients and others, take action to minimize or eliminate risks, and maximize safety.
Perform charge nurse responsibilities as staffing demands and as requested.