Operating Room Nurse PRN - Inova Oakville ASC

Operating Room (OR) Registered NurseThe Operating Room (OR) Registered Nurse delivers expert and compassionate clinical care and coordination, focusing on patients, families, and healthcare teams. By providing safe, holistic, and individualized care, the nurse ensures all interactions are centered on patient and caregiver needs, including education throughout the care continuum. The nurse communicates effectively and collaborates respectfully with other clinical disciplines, utilizing an integrated approach to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This role also empowers patients and enhances clinical and financial quality through strong relationships and knowledge access.Duties & Responsibilities:Circulating RN:Preoperative Patient Preparation: Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure, and ensure informed consent is completed. Provide emotional support to the patient and family membersOperating Room Setup: Arrange and prepare the operating room with all necessary equipment and supplies, adjusting as needed to ensure smooth workflowPatient Safety and Positioning: Assist in positioning the patient safely and comfortably for the procedure, ensuring any devices or supports are securely in placeDocumentation: Accurately document the procedure, including times, personnel present, supplies used, and any critical events or changes during surgeryCollaboration and Communication: Serve as a liaison between the surgical team and other departments, relaying messages or acquiring additional supplies or equipment as needed.Specimen Management: Receive specimens from the scrubbed team member, label them accurately, and transport them to the appropriate department for processingEnvironmental Monitoring: Monitor for and maintain a safe, sterile environment, check functionality of lighting, temperature, and equipment setup as necessary to support the procedureInstrument Counts: Perform counts of sponges, needles, and instruments with the scrubbed team member to ensure none are retained in the patientThe incumbent may also be assigned the following duties and responsibilities depending upon his/her level of experience and the needs of the unit:Scrub RN:Preparation of the Sterile Field: Set up and maintain the sterile field, ensuring all instruments and supplies are ready and organized for the procedureInstrument Management: Hand instruments, sponges, and other sterile supplies to the surgeon and surgical assistants as needed, anticipating their needs throughout the procedureSpecimen Handling: Collect, label, and handle specimens as directed by the surgeon, maintaining sterility and adhering to proper protocolsAseptic Technique: Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the procedure, ensuring a sterile environment to prevent infectionPost-Procedure Cleanup: Assist in cleaning and organizing instruments and equipment after the procedure, ensuring everything is accounted for and ready for sterilizationQualifications:Experience: At least one year of progressive experience as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room (OR)Licensure: Current Registered Nurse licensure or eligibility for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or an active multi-state Registered Nurse licenseCertification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon start; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is optional and can be obtained within six months of hire, as applicable per ASC locationCommunication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skillsBenefits:401(k) retirement plan with a company match