RN ASC Operating Room

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an RN ASC Operating Room for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $44.11 – $66.17. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Hiring Bonus and Relocation Bonus may be available!

Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and coordinating patient care through the intra-operative surgery phase. Assists physicians during surgery and procedures by functioning in a circulating role. Participates with other center team members to provide optimal patient care and efficient patient flow, taking into consideration the population-specific needs for patients at all stages of life.

Essential Functions

• Performs professional intra-operative nursing care for patients to ensure a caring patient experience.

• Coordinates with other internal or external disciplines that are involved in providing patient care.

• Reviews inventory and stock levels of equipment and supplies before any procedures.

• Ensures patient safety and care through the coordination of surgical technologists and surgeons.

• Ensures patient safety through transportation, transferring, and positioning.

• Assists during patient induction and emergence.

• Completes appropriate medical records documentation and responds to patient requests for care.

• Evaluates outcomes and adjusts nursing care processes as necessary in consultation with other nursing staff and physicians.

• Administers sedation analgesia under the direction of the attending physicians.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Accredited School of Nursing Required.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Required: Related experience in a multi-specialty Operating Room, preferably in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center and

• Required: Completion of an accredited OR training program

Credentials

• Required: Registered Nurse in state of practice and

• Required: Basic Life Support for healthcare providers. and

• Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support and

• Required: Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).

• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.

• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.

• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.

• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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