ASC PROCEDURE ROOM NURSE

Mid State Ortho; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid State Ortho is seeking an experienced operating room nurse in Louisiana. A current Louisiana RN license, BLS and ACLS are required, with two years of operating room experience. IV skills are preferred to support perioperative care and patient safety.

The role involves perioperative nursing duties, patient assessment, equipment setup and ensuring sterile, organized operating room environments. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license is required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Two years’ experience as an operating room nurse is required.
• IV skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs perioperative nursing care in the operating room, including patient assessment and preparation.
• Circulates and assists in surgical cases, ensuring proper instrument and supply readiness.
• Maintains accurate documentation and adherence to perioperative policies and procedures.
• Monitors patient status and safety throughout the surgical process.
• Assists in equipment setup, maintenance, and turnover of the OR.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

OR nursing

IV skills

Education

Louisiana RN license

Job description

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: Current Louisiana RN license, BLS and ACLS required. Two (2) years’ experience as an operating room nurse required. IV skills preferred.

Eligibility: All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY

Interpersonal: Maintains active professional relationships with physicians and patients by assessing needs and levels of satisfaction with facility services. Effective communication skills: oral and written. Above average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff nurses and technicians. Assists in the orientation and training of new employees.

Critical Thinking: Above average ability to plan and implement patient care. Ability to make sound nursing judgment based on nursing theory. Awareness of perioperative role of nurse in the operating room. Medical records documentation is legible, concise and accurate. Ability to organize equipment, instruments, medication and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards. Assumes responsibility for competency and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education.

Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in hospital or ambulatory surgical center operating room. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized and cost effective manner. Ability to circulate all types of cases preferred. Monitors stock levels, outdated supplies and equipment needs and reports appropriately.

Machines, Equipment, Work Aides: Telephone and fax. Standard operating room machinery, equipment, and patient monitors.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: See the Physical Demand Analysis form for information specific to this position.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES / PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Clinical Skills

• Assesses patient/significant others understanding of disease process and need for surgical intervention.
• Performs perioperative teaching to patient/significant other.
• Demonstrates appropriate nursing management and intervention in the perioperative period.
• Performs preoperative patient assessment, reviews surgeon preference card, assesses equipment/supply needs, prepares operating room, ensures availability of needed supplies and equipment and proper and safe working order.
• Provides safe medication administration.
• Manipulates patient position appropriate to surgical intervention, using positioning aids as needed to avoid impaired circulation, respiration and postoperative pain/discomfort.
• Performs surgical prep per standard of care and surgeon preference.
• Handles and documents specimens per policy.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for the latex sensitive patient.
• Performs sponge, sharps and instrument counts per protocol.
• Initiates corrective actions when surgical counts are incorrect.
• Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
• Keeps surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
• Uses principles of asepsis in varying situations.
• Initiates corrective action when breaks in technique occur.
• Wears appropriate attire in restricted area.
• Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.

Equipment Management

• Demonstrates appropriate protocol for safe use and handling of equipment
• Capable of trouble shooting equipment problems.
• Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair.
• Provides for equipment and supplies based on patient needs
• Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
• Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner.
• Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
• Demonstrates skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
• Operates mechanical, electrical, and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Documentation

• Uses knowledge of medical record policy and procedure.
• Participates in medical records QAPI.

Communication

• Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
• Effectively communicates and interacts with patients (using translation services when needed), their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.

Quality

• Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
• Understands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process.
• Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
• Provides appropriate patient care across the age span.

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