Registered Nurse OR/Gastro

University of Maryland Medical System•Baltimore, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

UMMC Midtown Campus, one of two campuses of the University of Maryland Medical Center, has had a long history of working to keep our community healthy and has grown to become a trusted teaching hospital for medical and surgical care in Baltimore City. Located in Baltimore’s cultural center near the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, UMMC Midtown Campus is a 180-bed, community teaching hospital with a focus on helping people manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, pulmonary conditions, and infectious diseases.

Requirements

Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required.
One year nursing experience.
Solid knowledge and clinical skills.
Current CPR certification required.
Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality perioperative nursing care to patients in the operating room setting including the Endoscopy area
Assist in preparing the operating room for surgical procedures
Ensure proper functioning and availability of surgical equipment and supplies
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals during surgical procedures
Monitor patients' vital signs and overall condition during surgery
Maintain a sterile environment and adhere to infection control protocols
Participate in patient education and discharge planning
Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts
Stay current with advances in surgical techniques and perioperative nursing practices