Operating Room Rn - Operating Rooms

Position: OPERATING ROOM RN - OPERATING ROOMS
Status:
Full Time

Shift: 6:30am-7:00pm, 3 weekday shifts per week, with rotating call.

Exempt:
No

Summary:

The Operating Room Nurse will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and be currently licensed to practice professional nursing in the state of Louisiana.

The Operating Room Nurse provides continuity of care throughout the perioperative period, using scientific and behavioral practice to meet the individual needs of the patient undergoing surgical intervention.

Other information:

1.Previous experience preferred.

2.Specialized or Technical

Education Required:

The Operating Room Nurse will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and be currently licensed to practice professional nursing in the state of Louisiana. Previous Operating Room experience is preferred.

BLS complete.

ACLS encouraged.

Membership in AORN encouraged.

3.Physical Effort

Required:

Strength:

Medium Push:

Frequently Pull:

Frequently

Carry:

Frequently Lift:

Occasionally Sit:

Frequently

Stand:

Frequently Walk:

Frequently

Responsibilities:

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1.Assesses the physical status of the surgical patient.

A. Anticipate incisional area.

B. General condition of the skin.

C. General mobility of body parts.

D. Vital signs.

2.Assesses the emotional status of the surgical patient and provides support.

A.Is cognizant of patient's fears and anxieties.

B. Shows awareness of patient's level of understanding.

C. Shows understanding of patient's philosophical, cultural and religious beliefs.

3.Identifies and anticipates patient care needs.

A. Identify patient.

B. Verification of operative consent procedure, and operative site.

C. Verification of patient's record, history and physical within 30 days.

D. Using Doctor's preference cards, assembles equipment and supplies according to procedure.

E. Verification of patient x-rays.

F. Organizes and plans ahead for scheduled procedures to insure optimal patient care.

G. Uses knowledge available to handle emergency situations with skill and speed.

4.Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practice.

A. Assembles equipment and supplies necessary for procedure in collaboration with scrub tech.

B. Monitors traffic in the Operating Room.

C. Assists and directs good aseptic techniques for all members of the surgical team.

D. Applies principles of body alignment and adapts them to varying situations during positioning.

E. Complies with the Operating Room policy and procedure for sponge, needle and instrument count.

F. Complies with A.O.R.N. standards regarding confinement and containment.

G. Knows and applies principles of sterilizer function.

H. Utilizes Omnicell, returns unused meds to Omnicell/proper storage location.

5.Documents information relative to the operative patient.

A. Records information that reflects intraoperative nursing care given by the members of the nursing team.

B. Documents activities other than direct nursing care that may affect the patient's outcome.

C. Conducts and documents "time-out" for operative site verification according to policy.

6.Participates in programs and projects directed toward personal and professional growth and development.

A. Attends and participates in staff development programs.

B. Demonstrates interest in professional literature and nursing trends.

C. Assists in orientation, teaching and evaluation of personnel.

D. Assists in data collections and report writing as applicable.

7.Directs and assists in care and handling of supplies, equipment and instruments.

A.Is cognizant of the need for special handling of surgical instruments and equipment, according to policy.

B. Utilizes supplies and materials in a cost effective manner.

C. Monitors levels of inventory in accordance with established quantities.

8.Demonstrates good interpersonal relationships.

A. Extends courtesy and consideration for others in interpersonal relationships.

B. Demonstrates professional manner in work setting.

C. Accepts and acts upon constructive criticism to improve abilities.

D. Channels suggestions, criticisms and questions to appropriate persons.

E. Seeks clarification of duties when indicated.

9.Maintain an employment record in accordance with hospital policies.

A. Complies with attendance policies.

B. Reports all accidents and injuries.

C. Adheres to acceptable dress code.

D. Shares in the responsibility of providing emergency surgical service 24 hours a day.

10.Maintains and increases standards of performance and education.

A. Attends department unit meetings in accordance with policies and procedures.

B. Participates in in-service classes.

C. Shares knowledge with others.

D. Demonstrates interest in professional literature and trends associated with national organization.

E. Knowledgeable of and adheres to AORN Guidelines.

F. Attend morning huddles.

11.Demonstrates knowledge of hospital safety.

A.Is knowledgeable of all hospital safety related codes and performs duties in drills and actual emergencies.

B. Maintains pathways clear of unnecessary equipment and supplies.

C. Reviews the operation of emergency equipment.

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