Registered Nurse RN - Open Heart Surgery

Operating Room Registered Nurse

This position is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient before and during a surgical procedure and maintains patient safety. The RN outlines individual care plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of patient during surgical procedures. Provides leadership to the OR team. Communicates with the patient and family, OR team, supervisor, manager and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development through preceptorship and continuing education. Eligible for a $20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Responsibilities

Assesses the needs of the surgical patient and develops a plan of care specific for that patient. Implements and evaluates the plan of care during the procedure and makes necessary adjustments keeping patient safety a priority. Supervises activity in the room. Anticipates and coordinates any schedule changes for the room. Assembles equipment and supplies. Assists anesthesia as necessary. Monitors sterile field. Communicates with patient, family, physician, OR team, supervisor/manager, and ancillary departments. Participates in staff development by attending in-services, educational meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings/seminars for educational opportunity along with leadership and growth opportunity.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support. Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: AHA. Essential: true. Credential: RN: Registered Nurse. Essential: true.

Required Education

Education: Associates Degree in Nursing required. Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with 12 months experience preferred. Essential: true.