Operating Room Nurse

Job Details Prior surgical cardiac experience preferred. Periop 101 completion preferred. Responsibilities Interacts with co‑workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with Jefferson values. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patient and family preferences, and cultural beliefs into delivery of optimal healthcare. Partners with patients and their family/designated care partner(s) in identifying learning needs and priorities, providing education that is useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices, protocols, and individual performance standards. Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision‑making. Uses data to monitor outcomes of care processes and applies improvement methods to design and test changes that continuously improve quality and safety of patient care. Functions effectively within nursing and inter‑professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision‑making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes patients and their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate, and coordinated care based on respect for personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values. Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development; serves in a primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members. Actively participates in hospital and practice setting–based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice. Minimum Qualifications Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Patient‑and Family‑Centered Practice: Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family, and/or designated care partner in care planning. Cultural Awareness: Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively. Effective Communication: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs accurately. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriate delegation to other team members. Patient Assessment and Care: Knowledge and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan. Patient and Designated Care Partner Education: Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs, educating patients and their partners on condition, treatment, medications, and next steps. Medication Administration and Prescription: Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital. Discharge Planning: Knowledge of the patient’s post‑discharge needs and ability to partner with the patient and family in developing a discharge plan and arranging follow‑up care. Assessment and Diagnosis: Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgment; ability to generate resolutions based on available drugs, facilities, and techniques. Health Information Documentation: Knowledge of relevant health information and appropriate documentation methods; ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and results in written or electronic form. BLS – Basic Life Support – American Heart Association and RN – Licensed Registered Nurse (PA – State of Pennsylvania or RN – Licensed Registered Nurse, New Jersey). Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree (BSN) or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred. 1 year previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred. Physical Demands Lift and carry 40–50 lbs. (e.g., push/pull patients on bed, stretcher requiring 29 lbs. push force, lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of patient weight). Frequent to continuous standing/walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift. May require kneeling, bending, squatting, and performing CPR. EEO Statement Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. Benefits Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits. Location and Work Shift Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America) Primary Location: 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America. #J-18808-Ljbffr Abington Memorial Hospital