Operating Room Nurse Internship

Role Overview

This position involves training registered nurses with no prior operating room experience through a comprehensive Nurse Residency Program. The program prepares nurses to provide safe, patient-centered perioperative care, focusing on developing foundational OR skills, including patient evaluation, education, and management of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and preparing patients for surgery
• Participating in surgical site verification and safety protocols
• Responding to patient emergencies and delivering high-quality care
• Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
• Monitoring and documenting patient conditions
• Educating patients and families about procedures and care

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with an active license
• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum of 1 year RN experience in any specialty
• ACLS, BCLS, and PALS certifications or instructor roles obtained within specified timeframes

Skills

• Critical thinking
• Technical proficiency
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Program Features

• Didactic learning
• Simulations
• Clinical hours
• Focus on developing competency for independent OR practice
• Preparation for OR certification (CNOR) and further specialty roles