Registered Nurse / RN OR

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the planning, executing, directing and evaluating direct and indirect nursing care given to the surgical Patient. This nursing care ranges from preoperative intervention to postoperative evaluation. It is a practice designed to meet a patient’s needs through the nursing process, ensuring continuity of care during the surgical experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must have RN NJ License
• Current state Registered Nurse license
• Must be familiar with the Basic Nursing Performance Standards as Outlined in the New Jersey Nurse Practice Act
• Evidence of continuing education in the field of OR nursing - 2 years minimum as OR experience
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
• Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)

Preferred Job Requirements

• BSN
• CNOR Certification in specialty

Rate of Pay

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.