Registered Nurse - Operating Room PRN

Job Summary Registered Nurse – Operating Room PRN Position Details Self/preferential scheduling posted four weeks in advance for predictability Culture of mutual respect and collaboration among all surgical staff Continuous investment in equipment, including surgical instruments, devices and patient positioning for patient safety and workflow efficiency Rounding with unit leaders, including charge nurses, to ensure your voice is heard on suggestions for patient care and surgical workflow improvement On‑call required during select non‑business hours Responsibilities Evaluate patients prior to surgery Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri‑operative process Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, pre‑operative medications and surgical site verification Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing and universal protocols, according to hospital policy Recognize and respond to patient emergencies Deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care while managing evidence‑based practices and continuous improvement initiatives Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team – consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists and more Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgement, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient’s medical condition, treatment and follow‑up measures Qualifications Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification RN license in Texas or compact license Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree required 1 year operating room experience required We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Medical City Healthcare