Registered Nurse-Circulator PRN

Panorama Eye Care LLC•Fort Collins, CO

1d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse-Circulator works collaboratively with the perioperative professional team to meet patients’ needs and is accountable for the outcomes of nursing care provided during the operative or procedure phase of a patient’s stay. The position is based at The Surgery Center of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins, Colorado, and is PRN. The nurse must be available for 2–3 shifts per month, with each shift lasting at least five hours, and have flexibility between morning and afternoon shifts Monday through Friday. Availability is also required for one shift around a summer holiday and one shift around a winter holiday. Compensation begins at $40–$45 per hour, based on experience and certification.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
Current Colorado nursing license.
Complete BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications within three months of hire.
At least two years of operating room experience.
Ability to work 2–3 shifts per month, with a minimum of five hours per shift, flexibly between morning and afternoon shifts Monday through Friday.
Availability for one shift before or after a summer holiday (Memorial Day, July 4th, or Labor Day) and one shift before or after a winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s).
Ability to work professionally and respectfully with physicians and staff and maintain a positive attitude and professional behavior.
Working knowledge of ophthalmic surgical and laser procedures and equipment.
Ability to demonstrate age-specific competencies for adult and pediatric patients.
Knowledge of anesthetic agents and complications, and ability to handle emergencies.
Knowledge and skills needed to provide optimal patient care.
Willingness and aptitude to learn new technologies, skills, and ideas in a changing environment.
Ethical conduct, attention to detail, and understanding of efficiency and cost effectiveness in an ambulatory surgery center.
Knowledge and implementation of aseptic technique, sterile-field monitoring, nursing and infection-control policies and procedures, emergency procedures and call-system locations, and sterilization principles.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, up to 12 hours per day, in a fast-paced setting.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, and twist without restriction, pain, or discomfort.
Ability to assist patients with turning and rising from recliners and stretchers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ophthalmology and outpatient surgery.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, caring service and maintain a high level of customer service.
Attend mandatory staff meetings or review meeting minutes.
Ensure proper techniques and practices are used in accordance with accepted standards.
Report unusual occurrences promptly to the OR Manager or Director and document them according to policy.
Gather supplies and equipment for surgical procedures and maintain a neat, orderly environment.
Perform circulating duties efficiently across all specialties of the ambulatory surgery center.
Position patients safely and comfortably, adjust the table as needed, and prepare the operative site.
Monitor for breaks in aseptic technique and maintain the sterile field.
Assist with postoperative medications and dressings and accurately document nursing interventions.
Assist the anesthesia provider with patient intubation and extubation.
Identify actual or potential risks and take action to reduce risks and maximize safety.
Assist with stocking and ordering medications for the operating room and anesthesia.
Handle specimens according to policy and procedure.
Update physician preference cards as needed.
Facilitate efficient patient and surgery flow and communicate changes to appropriate personnel.
Pursue continuing education and provide education and support to patients.
Operate and troubleshoot equipment and machines, and notify appropriate personnel when equipment or instruments need repair or replacement.
Participate actively in departmental committees.
Assist with training and orienting new employees.
Remain flexible in job duties and work schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned.