OR EDUCATOR

OR Educator – Riverside Healthcare

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The Operating Room Educator at Riverside Healthcare is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that enhance the skills and competencies of the surgical team. This role ensures that all perioperative staff members are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to provide the highest quality of care. The educator will collaborate with nursing leadership and other healthcare professionals to maintain a continuous learning environment and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

• Patient assessment and care planning:
  Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs; develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Treatment administration:
  Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by the provider; monitor patient responses and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Surgical support:
  Assist the surgical team in preparing the operating room and patients for procedures, including pre‑operative care, patient positioning, draping, and maintaining a sterile environment.
• Intra‑operative care:
  Monitor patients’ vital signs during surgery and respond appropriately, working under supervision; ensure continuous communication with the surgical team to anticipate needs and respond to emergencies.
• Post‑operative care:
  Assist with post‑operative care, including transferring patients to the recovery area and providing necessary follow‑up support.
• Documentation:
  Accurately document patient care, administered medications, and procedural details in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Compliance and safety:
  Follow hospital policies, procedures, and AORN standards, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and patient care expectations.
• Clinical leadership and staff development:
  Act as a resource for staff, charge nurses, and physicians; cultivate and maintain clinical practice standards; assist in coordinating staffing and resource allocation.
• Patient education:
  Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment options, and post‑discharge care; provide support resources for recovery.
• Patient experience:
  Engage with patients and families to promote comfort, trust, and understanding; address concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Employee experience:
  Foster a positive, collaborative work environment; provide constructive feedback and promote mutual respect.
• Team collaboration and audits:
  Attend key meetings (OR Ad Hoc Committee, Infection Control, Nursing Forums) and participate in monthly audits on time‑out procedures, fire risks, and scrub preparation.
• Professionalism and teamwork:
  Prioritize patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence‑based practices; encourage ongoing professional development and adherence to policies.
• Emergency response:
  Respond to medical emergencies with quick intervention, performing life‑saving procedures as needed.
• Infection control:
  Adhere to infection control protocols; maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Additional duties:
  Flexibly support the team by taking on additional tasks to promote efficiency and safe patient care.

• Participate in hospital‑wide educational committees and initiatives as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and management of the operating room education budget.
• Attend professional development courses and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices.

• Progressive experience in specialty with a minimum of 2 years of experience.

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• CPR certification.

• BSN.
• Facilitator for licensed Periop 101 course preferred.
• CNOR preferred.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be required to perform other…