Operating Room Nurse – Full Time

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association in Honolulu, Hawaii, seeks an operating room nurse to provide professional nursing care under supervision. The role Includes assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of patient care, with charge nurse responsibilities as needed.

Requires Hawaii RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Entry-level accepted; two years of specialty experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Hawaii RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Entry-level experience acceptable; two years of recent specialty experience preferred.
• Strong communication, assessment, medical terminology, medication administration, and equipment knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct patient care and evaluates outcomes.
• Assists physicians during procedures and maintains patient records.
• Educates patients on medications and responds to emergencies.
• Promotes compliance with policies, standards, and safety regulations; participates in quality improvement.

Skills

Communication

Patient assessment

Medical terminology

Medication administration

Medical equipment knowledge

Safety protocols

Job description

Position Overview: Provides professional nursing care in the operating room under the supervision of the Nursing Quality Manager, including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of patient care. Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as appropriate.

Qualifications: Must hold a current Hawaii RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Entry-level experience is acceptable; two years of recent specialty experience is preferred. Skills include excellent communication, patient assessment, medical terminology, medication administration, and knowledge of medical equipment and protocols.

Key Responsibilities: Delivers direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, assists physicians during procedures, maintains patient records, educates patients on medications, responds to emergencies, and ensures a safe, comfortable environment. Promotes compliance with policies, standards, and safety regulations. Participates in quality improvement and professional development activities.

Work Environment & Skills: Handles hazardous materials, emergency situations, and unpredictable scenarios. Requires physical tasks such as lifting, standing, and bending regularly. Uses protective equipment and maintains confidentiality. Communicates effectively with diverse patient populations across age groups.