RN, Operating Room - Nantucket

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100% onsite on Nantucket Island, MA. Day shift with call. Previous operating room experience strongly preferred.

The Perioperative Nurse assesses the patient preoperatively; plans care during the surgical intervention, implements those nursing actions and evaluates the outcomes. This position is responsible for perioperative nursing, coverage of Central Sterile Supply on an as needed basis, and scheduled outpatient procedures requiring assistance by the physician.

Demonstrates expertise in operating room procedures and can function independently in the performance of other surgical procedures. Establishes and implements standards of practice that ensure safe, effective and efficient nursing skills. Is able to interpret and complies with JCAHO, OSHA, and other federal and state standards. As a perioperative nurse, assesses the patient preoperatively, plans care during the surgical intervention, implements those nursing actions and evaluates the outcomes.

Ensures the patient’s record is complete with all necessary pre-operative information. Documents. Conducts a nursing assessment and develops a plan of care for all patients upon admission. Identifies and prioritizes activities that are necessary to meet patient needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of intraoperative measures taken, documents them and reassesses to take additional actions as needed. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team.

Maintains a procedural log as it pertains to the operating room and other units. Covers central supply responsibilities in times of illness/vacation and as needed. Ensures that appropriate supplies are available and replaced as used/needed. Uses proper aseptic and sterilization techniques. Assists in the orientation and supervision of other personnel who work in the perioperative setting. Highly recommend CNOR certification within two (2) years of assuming position.

Oversees the operation of the operating room and central supply in the absence of the Perioperative Services manager. Maintains confidentiality of patient information in accordance with Hospital policy and applicable statutes and regulations.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position Knowledge of:
Knowledge of current nursing standards of practice required.

Skills:

Must be able to demonstrate adequate technical skills and judgment to function unsupervised during on-call, other shifts, and weekend hours. Ability to:
Ability to tactfully communicate with both internal and external customers. Ability to handle stress and work in emergency situations. Ability to assist patients on and off equipment. Ability to move quickly in the event of an emergency. Ability to stand and walk approximately ninety percent (90%) of shift, with frequent climbing, bending, reaching, stooping, squatting, and helping to lift objects and/or patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) or more pounds.

Ability to use of fingers and hands to operate all department-related equipment as described on the Department checklist. Additionally, must use telephone, calculator, fax,…