Registered Nurse - Operating Room
About The Position
York Hospital is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to join its OR team. York Hospital serves Southern Maine and the New Hampshire seacoast and is licensed for 79 beds, with six community sites. The hospital’s vision is Loving Kindness for all and its commitment is to make a positive difference in the lives of its patients, staff, and community. The Operating Room Nurse is a professional Registered Nurse accountable for delivering quality patient care before, during, and after surgery. The role includes assessing, coordinating, and participating in the patient’s total care; assisting with patient positioning and comfort and safety; handling specimens accurately; observing and enforcing strict standards of practice; and checking and monitoring equipment used during surgery.
Requirements
- Completion of an RN program.
- One to two years of nursing experience in an operating room setting.
- Maine or compact RN license.
- BLS certification.
- ACLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- BSN or enrollment in a BSN program.
- PALS certification.
Responsibilities
- Assess, coordinate, and participate in the total care of the patient.
- Assist with patient positioning and respond to the patient’s comfort and safety needs.
- Handle specimens accurately.
- Observe and enforce strict standards of practice.
- Check and monitor all equipment used during surgery.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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