Full Time OR RN

Clinical Practice

Provides age-appropriate care for the population served. Gives consideration to growth & developmental phase of life, to age related factors such as thermal regulation, nutrition, medication administration, nutrition, safety and functional needs of the patient. Uses appropriate resources for patients with special needs such as language barriers, sensory problems, altered cognition, cultural and religious needs. Ensures attention to patient’s physical, spiritual and emotional well-being. Demonstrates competency in assessment skills (Includes initial and ongoing assessments). Performs pain assessments and intervenes to optimally meet patient’s needs for comfort. Plans clinical care based on patient’s needs and uses available resources. Performs clinical care in accordance with policy and procedure. Evaluates outcomes of nursing interventions and takes appropriate actions to move patient toward reaching goals of care. Identifies situations that warrant patient rescue and takes appropriate action, e.g. Patient emergencies, changes in OR schedule and assignment changes.

Adherence to Policies and Procedures

Adheres to Nursing Policies and Procedures and Organizational Goals and Objectives. Adheres to the 5 rights of medication administration and uses the Medication Administration Check (MAK) system per policy and procedure. Follows Universal Protocol for patient identification and surgical site identification. Integrates principles of infection control & infection prevention into practice. Adheres to aseptic technique.

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• Two years OR experience is preferred, however training and specialty specific education programs are provided during orientation and must be successfully completed as scheduled.
• Perioperative credit course is required for anyone with no OR experience.
• Basic computer skills: keyboard, mouse use. Ability to complete data entry on clinical documentation screens. Ability to use email and internet. Ability to successfully complete on the job training for CCH computer programs.
• Ability to practice critical thinking and organizational skills. Ability to understand English.

Licensure and Certification

• Current Pennsylvania RN License.
• CPR certification required.
• Certification in clinical specialty (CNOR) is preferred.