RN OR

About This Job

Join our dedicated surgical team as an Operating Room Nurse, where you play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care during surgical procedures. This position offers a unique opportunity to directly impact patient safety and outcomes, working alongside surgeons and other healthcare professionals in a dynamic, high-stakes environment. Your expertise and calm demeanor are crucial to our success and our patients' well-being.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies before each procedure.
• Affirms patient conditions, reviews medical histories, and verifies surgical consents prior to surgery.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures, adhering to strict aseptic techniques.
• Aids surgeons and surgical teams by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and managing equipment.
• Maintains patient vital signs, physiological responses, and overall status during surgery, promptly reporting any changes.
• Documents all nursing care, interventions, and patient responses accurately and thoroughly.
• Administers and manages medications as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and proper dosage.
• Collaborates effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Educates patients and their families about pre-operative and post-operative care instructions.
• Responds to emergency situations with speed and precision, maintaining a calm and controlled environment.
• Ensures proper handling and labeling of specimens.
• Participates in debriefings and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Holds an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Possesses a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio.
• Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Brings a minimum of 2 years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an Operating Room setting.
• Demonstrates experience with a variety of surgical specialties and procedures.
• Applies a comprehensive understanding of surgical anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Exhibits strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, infection control, and surgical safety protocols.
• Operates and troubleshoots various operating room equipment and technologies.
• Possesses exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Manages time efficiently and prioritizes tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Shows a strong commitment to patient advocacy and ethical nursing practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Holds Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) certification.
• Maintains current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Possesses experience in specific surgical subspecialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, or cardiovascular surgery.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands and walks for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Lifts, positions, and transfers patients, often requiring assistance.
• Works in a fast-paced, high-stress, and sometimes unpredictable environment.
• Handles and manipulates medical instruments and equipment with dexterity.
• Experiences exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials, following strict safety protocols.
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.