Registered Nurse (OR)(Full-Time)(First Shift) - Operating Room

Registered Nurse (OR)(Full‑Time)(First Shift) – Operating Room Location: La Junta, Colorado. Job Summary Approaches patient in a kind, gentle and friendly manner. Responds to patient’s inappropriate behavior in a therapeutic manner. Takes appropriate actions and documents in response to manifested anxiety and distress; requests Social Service care as appropriate. Gives patient explanations and verbal reassurances consistently. Adapts procedures for treatment to meet individual needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Identifies physical symptoms and changes and takes appropriate action in a timely manner. Demonstrates ability to assess cardio‑respiratory system for changes and provides appropriate treatment. Directs and assists in maintenance and handling of special equipment and instruments. Observes behavior and physiological changes due to medications, takes appropriate actions and documents. Adjusts and acts upon expectations of patient’s behavior, according to the effect medication has on patient. Positions patient safely; pads and protects bony prominences. Preps and drapes patient correctly for all procedures. Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures. Demonstrates competence in preparing and cleaning of OR suites before and between cases and after terminal case, based on Universal Precautions. Carries out established techniques for safe administration of medications and parenteral fluids, according to hospital policies and procedures. Coordinates and supervises patient care; gives explanations and teaching to patient/family, as necessary. Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects. Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy. Is able to open sterile supplies and set up for procedure. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of location, care and operation of all surgical equipment. Accurately records, handles and labels specimens; demonstrates care of specimens. Ensures pre‑op checklist is complete (History and Physical present, informed consent signed, test results present, etc.) before patient is taken into surgical suite. Is consistently ready and prepared for assigned cases and has patient in the surgical suite five minutes before the scheduled time. Responds appropriately to patients in an emergency or physically distressful situation. Assessment and reassessment of the patient is clearly and concisely communicated in charting; documentation meets current standards, policies and procedures and is completed within shift. Effectively communicates with the physician in accounting for all sponges, needles and instruments during and after the procedure and documents in the appropriate area. Communicates lab/imaging services reports to the surgeon during the procedure. Gives thorough report of patient’s intra‑operative condition to PACU nurse. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationships with coworkers for the patient’s benefit. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of instrument processing, sterilization and biological monitoring; actively participates in instrument processing, as schedule allows. Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of dysrhythmias, followed by appropriate treatment. Is able to perform all duties of circulating nurse. Utilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self‑motivated. Organizes and manages activities and time; does not waste time. Understands and assists in implementing core measures. Skill/Education Requirements Current Colorado Registered Nurse License. Current BLS certification. ACLS certification within six months of hire. Prefer previous Operating Room or Medical/Surgical experience. Exceptions made based on experience and work history. Benefits Medical, dental and vision benefits. Life insurance and short‑term disability benefits. Loan repayment; AVRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI); participates in the Colorado FAMLI program, providing up to 12‑16 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events. Identity theft benefits. Accident, critical care and hospital indemnity insurance. Gym membership discount. Employee Assistant Program through Cigna, New York Life and Principal. 401(k) retirement plan options (immediately available); employer‑matching after one year of service. Rewards and recognitions. Employee wellness programs. Annual salary increase opportunity. Cafeteria meal discount. Generous paid time off. Shift differentials. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center