Registered Nurse (RN) FT Main OR 630-5

Virtua Health•Franklin Township, NJ

9d•$45 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a Full-Time position in the Main Operating Room (OR). The role involves assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care using evidence-based practice. The RN will act as an integral member of the healthcare team, coordinating patient care and collaborating with other healthcare professionals, patients, and their families. The position requires maintaining high standards of professional ethics. Virtua Health is a Magnet-recognized health system committed to community well-being and providing exceptional care close to home.

Requirements

Must have valid NJ RN License.
Approved licenses must be presented and maintained in accordance with the State of New Jersey licensing board.
Demonstrates knowledge of nursing skills, hospital practices, procedures and standards.
Perfects skills and stays abreast of current nursing practice through on-going education, journals, etc.
Must have strong communication skills.
Must be able to coordinate efforts of a team of care providers.
Previous OR / Scrub and Circulate experience required.

Responsibilities

Performs an assessment of the patient, leading to development, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care.
Administers, monitors and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes.
Effectively manages rapidly changing situations.
Participates in clinical decision-making.
Educates patient and family/responsible party regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, safety issues, etc.
Delegates and monitors care rendered by other members of nursing department and healthcare team.
Demonstrates standard precautions and patient safety principles in practice.
Participates in orientation, education and development of healthcare team.
Identifies and participates in the performance improvement activities.
Maintains professional and departmental level competencies.