ASC Registered Nurse - OR

Michigan Institute Of Urology; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Institute Of Urology in Utica, Michigan is seeking an ASC Registered Nurse OR to deliver quality patient care in the operating room. The RN will assist in surgeries, evaluate medical information, and provide bedside care to patients before, during, and after procedures. Candidates must possess a valid RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience as an OR Nurse. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred, and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• RN license and certification as required by state.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as OR Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Consult with healthcare team for patient care assessments.
• Prepare operating room for surgeries.
• Evaluate and provide bedside care to surgery patients.
• Act in scrub and circulating nurse roles.
• Assist in positioning patients for comfort and safety.

Skills

Patient relationship building

Excellent communication

Knowledge of healthcare operations

Strong clinical knowledge

Ability to work under stress

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

The ASC Registered Nurse OR provides safe, quality patient care in the operating room area. The RN provides care and support to patients before, during and after surgery along with assisting the surgeon and the surgical team in their tasks.

Responsibilities

• Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Prepares operating room for procedure.
• Evaluates medical information and provides direct, individualized bedside nursing care to pre‑ and post‑surgery patients.
• Functions in a scrub and circulating nurse role.
• Assists in positioning and addressing patient comfort and safety.
• Serves as the communication liaison to family and operating team members.
• Provides accurate care and handling of specimens.
• Prepares, administers and records prescribed medications.
• Communicates preoperative instructions to the patient.
• Performs other position‑related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct, comply with applicable laws and regulations, maintain HIPAA confidentiality, report concerns, and complete annual compliance training.

Certifications, Licensures or Registry Requirements

• RN license and certification as required by state.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Knowledge | Skills | Abilities

• Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to develop a patient‑care plan in preparation for surgery.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as OR Nurse.

Required Travel

N/A

Physical Demands

Carrying Weight Frequency: 1–25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%. 26–50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%.

Pushing/Pulling Frequency: 1–25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%; 100+ lbs. Seldom, up to 2%.

Lifting – Height, Weight Frequency: Floor to Chest, 1–25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%; Floor to Chest, 26–50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%; Floor to Waist, 1–25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%; Floor to Waist, 26–50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%.