Registered Nurse, Main Operating Room
Care New England Health System•Warwick, RI
About The Position
The Registered Nurse is responsible for directing patient care during surgical procedures according to AORN standards of care, specifically during the intraoperative phase. The position is bonus eligible.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- A minimum of three years of job-related experience or equivalent.
- Rhode Island state licensure.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under an approved protocol, evaluate outcomes, and adjust nursing care processes as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
- Assess patient information and develop a plan of care to meet the patient's needs.
- Prepare and test equipment in advance of specific surgical procedures.
- Administer patient support and/or teaching prior to anesthesia induction.
- Monitor the surgical needs of the patient and participate as a team member to achieve outcomes.
- Document significant information reflecting the patient care plan.
- Maintain aseptic techniques and report deviations from standards and nursing practices.
- Communicate with physicians and other departments about patient status and continuity of care.
- Prepare for the patient's continuing care following discharge.
- Take responsibility for professional development by setting goals and pursuing them through available resources, such as seminars, in-services, and journal reading.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Bonus eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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