RN Operating Room

Registered NurseMon-Fri 10:30a-7pm with weekend on-call rotationAPPLICATION MUST BE FILLED OUT ENTIRELY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEW PROCESSScope of ResponsibilityRegistered Nurses are to provide assessment and planning for individualized patient care. Communicates with physicians, Unit Directors and co-workers as appropriate in regard to changes in patients condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all acute care and out-patient settings with minimal supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities and core measure compliance.Responsible to the Executive Director of Perioperative ServicesEducationAssociate Degree Nurse or Bachelor of Science NursingTraining and ExperienceCurrent licensure with the Texas Board of Nurse ExaminersObtains and maintains American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare ProviderObtains and maintains ACLS within 6 months of employmentObtains and maintains PALS within 6 months of employment1 year previous experience preferredHealth and Background RequirementsEmployment contingent upon successful completion of:Background CheckLab WorkImmunization RecordsPhysicalSitting – OccasionallyStationary Standing – FrequentlyWalking – FrequentlyAbility to be mobile – ConstantlyCrouching (bend at knees) – OccasionallyKneeling/Crawling – OccasionallyStooping (bend at waist) – FrequentlyTwisting (knees, waist, neck) – FrequentlyTurn/Pivot – FrequentlyClimbing – rarelyBalancing – FrequentlyReaching overhead – OccasionallyReaching extension – OccasionallyPushing/Pulling – (Maximum weight- 35 lbs.) FrequentlyLifting/Carrying – (Maximum weight: 35 lbs.) FrequentlyOther Physical Demands: Ability to talk to patient and/or staff – ContinuallyOther Physical Demands: Ability to hear patients and/or alarms – ContinuallyOther Physical Demands: Vision (near and/or far) – ContinuallyOther Physical Demands: Ability to distinguish colors – FrequentlyOther Physical Demands: Ability to drive – OccasionallyEnvironmentRisk of electrical shock – OccasionallyRisk of Radiation – OccasionallyFumes or Airborne Particles – OccasionallyChemicals – RarelyMoving Mechanical Parts – OccasionallyNoise Level – OccasionallyWeather Conditions – Not applicableBloodborne Exposure (Refer to Bloodborne Exposure Control Plan in Policy Tech for possible exposure tasks)ContinuallyRespirator Fit Testing RequiredAnnuallyAge of Patient Populations ServedNeonates 1 – 30 dayInfants 30 days – 1 yearChildren 1 – 12 yearsAdolescents 13 – 18 yearsAdults 19 – 70 yearsGeriatrics 71 + yearsEmployees who work in Perioperative Services are expected to perform the duties specific to their positions and any areas that fall under Perioperative Services (i.e.; Operating Room, Recovery Room, Central Supply and Outpatient Center). Duties performed in the named areas have been determined to be interchangeable and have been assessed.QualificationsEducationRequired: Associates or better in Nursing.Preferred: Bachelors or better in Nursing or related field.Licenses & CertificationsRequired: Adv Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Life Support, Registered NurseEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.