Registered Nurse II-SURGERY (Mandatory Call) (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Job Summary
Assists surgeons and anesthesiologist and coordinates flow of equipment, supplies and staff during a surgical procedure. Assures patient safety throughout the perioperative phase of care. Participates in patient care planning, assessment and nursing treatment. This position is represented by CNA.
Education & Experience
• Associate Degree(A. S.) or equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred)
• One year previous full time experience in the operating room (Required)
Licenses & Certifications
• Current RN license in state of practice (Required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Required)
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice (Required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy (Preferred)
• Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR) (Preferred)
Key Responsibilities
• Is competent to circulate in the Operating Room during a surgical procedure.
• Is knowledgeable of and consistently applies the principles of aseptic technique.
• Is competent to safely operate all equipment routinely utilized in the Operating Room.
• Is competent to prepare patients for surgery, including safe, appropriate anatomical positioning.
• Is competent to perform pre, intra, and post procedure patient care planning and assessment following established Surgery Department criteria.
• Is competent to safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials from operative procedures.