Registered Nurse (RN)- Operating Room

Job Schedule: Full time Internal Posting Start Date: 02/02/2026 Internal Posting End Date: 02/09/2026 Minimum Salary/Range: 59.6890 Maximum Salary/Range: 78.4456 Shift Begin Time: 7:00 AM Shift End Time: 5:30 PM Job Description Performs an age specific plan of care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Collaborates with physicians and other health team members in coordinating and implementing procedures and treatments. Uses leadership skills/clinical judgment in coordinating patient care and directing/delegating activities of the patient care unit team. Job Responsibilities Assesses the patient’s physiologic health status Conducts patient interview, explains policies and procedures to patient/significant others, reviews patient’s chart and answers questions correctly and courteously. Assesses gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and neurological health status. Determines mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition and adjusts plan of care, as appropriate. Assesses level of pain and pain management. Communicates and documents patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care. Assesses patient’s psychosocial health status Elicits perception of medical/nursing care and the expectation of care. Determines coping mechanism, knowledge level, and ability to comprehend. Identifies cultural/ethnic requirements to reduce anxiety and ensure patient satisfaction. Communicates and documents psychological status and care plan; support group, counseling services, social services. Identifies patient outcome Develops criteria for measurement of patient outcomes. Identifies actual/potential patient problems. Identifies patient’s need for teaching based on psychosocial and developmental assessment. Develops patient outcome statement(s) and establishes individualized patient goals. Formulates the plan of care and establishes priorities necessary to achieve expected outcomes Identifies care activities and establishes priorities necessary to achieve expected outcomes. Coordinates the cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication to achieve expected outcomes. Documents the plan of care and collaborates with physicians and other health team members. Implants the plan of care Maintains constant vigilance over patient care to ensure safety precautions/needs are followed (e.g., side rails up, call lights within reach). Exercises professional skills related to the plan of care. Reassesses patients as needed and appropriately revises plan of care. Administers prescribed treatments correctly. Uses equipment necessary for patient care. Provides emotional support to patient and significant other. Applies scientific principles in performing procedures safely, timely, and efficiently. Makes accurate observations of patient’s conditions during treatments/procedures, reports and records as appropriate. Keeps accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity, conditions, and responses. Acts rapidly and effectively during emergencies, managing self, patients and other employees. Provides a calm, quiet, restful atmosphere and communicates effectively with family or caretakers. Participates in planning for discharge and coordinates referrals, as appropriate. Provides discharge instructions to patient and significant other. Evaluates care provided for patient outcome Measures effectiveness of care and documents results. Performs variance analysis related to outcome data for performance improvement. Designs, implements, and evaluates systems to improve care in the unit. Maintains accurate documentation of patient’s treatment, activity, and condition. Collaborates with other care team members Collaborates with the appropriate physician on patient’s plan of care. Accurately interprets and implements treatment regimen as prescribed. Assists the Physician during treatments and diagnostic procedures. Keeps the Patient Care Manager/designee and/or physician abreast of changes in patient’s condition and/or treatments. Delegates assignments to supporting staff and ensures timely completion. Performs grade I–IV decubitus care Performs preventive skin care measures. Applies simple dressings, maintaining principles of aseptic technique. Applies warm & cold compresses consistent with facility procedure. Performs irrigations and other procedures related to skin care as necessary. Administers medications correctly and safely Identifies medication action, dosage, side effects, and implications. Meets standard on medication administration examination. Prepares local solutions and IV drips. Administers and documents medication correctly. Administers IVP medication per department policy and procedure. Educates patients and significant others about drug and food interactions. Participates in patient and family education Provides patient with explanation of his/her condition. Communicates assessment data orderly by recording, updating, and verbalizing pertinent information to care team members and agencies. Recognizes and utilizes health teaching opportunities and resources. Provides early discharge planning and appropriate referrals for post‑hospital care. Evaluates teaching effectiveness via patient/family feedback and documentation. Performs related duties as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Constant – standing, walking, stooping, bending, stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing and turning. Frequent – Lifts objects from 10 lbs to 150 lbs. Pushes objects up to 200 lbs. Occasional – Sitting. Lifts with assistance objects greater than 150 lbs. and carries objects weighing up to 50 lbs. *ADA Essential Functions Job Qualifications Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Must be enrolled in an accredited program within 24 months of employment, if hired after September 1 2010, and obtain a BSN degree within five (5) years of employment date. Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State. BCLS, ACLS preferred. Additional site‑specific qualification may apply. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Northwell Health reserves the right to amend all terms of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwell Health