Registered Nurse OR Circulator PRN

Under general supervision, the RN staff nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures of the hospital. In collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family, and other members of the healthcare team, the Staff RN assumes responsibility for the management and delivery of patient care in the intraoperative setting utilizing the nursing process. The Staff RN also assists the anesthesiologist and surgeon with patient-related care activities. Always works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned. Essential Functions: Provides care to surgical patients in the OR according to policy, procedure, and care standards. Maintains knowledge of medications, equipment, expected patient outcomes during surgery, and anticipated complications. Coordinates patient care with the multidisciplinary team. Acts to protect and advance the patient’s best interest. Satisfactorily demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties outlined in this job description and demonstrates ongoing competency in job duties. Accountability: Reports to: Director of Nursing Perioperative Services, Assistant Director of Nursing Perioperative Services, RN OR Manager Supervises: Scrub Techs, Transporters, Patient Care Techs, LPNs, Orderlies Qualifications: Current Registered Nurse Licensure with the State of Oklahoma required. Minimum of one year experience as an OR circulator preferred. AHA BLS Healthcare required within 30 days of hire, if not currently certified. AHA ACLS required within 120 days of hire, if not currently certified. AHA PALS required within 120 days of hire, if not currently certified. Required Physical Demands: Strength (Lift, Carry, Push, Pull): Heavy (exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects) Standing/Walking: Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, standing, and walking; activity exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time Keyboard/Dexterity: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time Talking: Must be able to effectively communicate verbally Seeing: Yes Hearing: Yes Color Acuity: No Environmental Conditions: Level: High High exposure to hazardous risks including potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, and chemicals. Hazards will be minimized if universal safety procedures are followed. Must follow standard precautions. May be required to work weekends or flexible schedules. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI)