Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical experience using the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient outcomes. This role provides care during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases while ensuring compliance with professional nursing standards and regulatory requirements.

Reports To: Supervisor of Clinical Services

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Certification

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Patient Care & Assessment

• Assess patients' physiological and psychosocial health status.
• Complete comprehensive patient histories and assessments.
• Assess and manage pain in accordance with established policies.
• Develop, implement, and continually revise individualized patient care plans.
• Establish nursing diagnoses and measurable patient/family goals.
• Evaluate patient outcomes and adjust care plans as needed.
• Assess patient and family understanding of care and treatment expectations.

Communication & Documentation

• Communicate pertinent patient information to the appropriate healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Accurately and legibly document patient care activities in the medical record using appropriate professional credentials.
• Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to support optimal patient outcomes.

Surgical Services

• Demonstrate proficiency in the preoperative process, including communication and reporting procedures.
• Verify patient identity and surgical site according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform and document surgical counts in accordance with patient safety standards.
• Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeons' needs during operative procedures.
• Demonstrate proper procedures for obtaining and handling blood products.
• Contribute to efficient room turnover and surgical workflow.

Professional Practice

• Respond effectively and appropriately during emergencies.
• Practice within legal, ethical, and professional standards, including:
  • Nurse Practice Act
  • ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses
  • Organizational policies and procedures
  • Joint Commission standards
  • Patient Bill of Rights
• Exercise sound clinical judgment, accountability, and flexibility in patient care delivery.
• Maintain current professional knowledge and clinical competencies.
• Participate in professional nursing organizations and continuing professional development activities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of professional nursing practices and standards.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and patient safety.

Physical Requirements

Additional Physical Demands

• Visual acuity and hearing ability must be sufficient to safely assess patients, communicate effectively, and perform all essential job functions.
• Ability to perform direct patient care responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment.