Operating Room Registered Nurse

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc in Hershey, Pennsylvania is seeking an OR Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. The role involves addressing the physiological, psychological, and spiritual needs of diverse patient groups.

The ideal candidate will possess a nursing degree, a valid Pennsylvania RN license, and CPR/ACLS qualifications. No prior O.R. experience is necessary, as training will be provided according to AORN and USPI standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current Pennsylvania license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current CPR and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Addresses physiological and psychological needs of patients.
• Demonstrates flexibility as job priorities change.
• Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Completes continuing education requirements.

Skills

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Ability to work independently

Ability to deal tactfully with patients

Knowledge of operating room procedures

Education

Current Pennsylvania license as a Registered Nurse

Current CPR and ACLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

The OR Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing activities related to care of the patient experiencing a surgical procedure. The staff member can expect to care for adult patients, including the young adult through geriatric, and pediatric patients from 6 month through adolescence. Our scope of service includes urology, orthopedics, podiatry, ENT, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, plastic and general surgery.

Responsibilities

• Addresses the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs/responses of the patient.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks and flexibility as job priorities change.
• Demonstrates a positive can do attitude.
• Work is accurate and complete.
• Demonstrates knowledge and follows AORN standards.
• Functions as a team member.
• Completes initial and annual competencies as required.
• Maintains licenses and certifications.
• Adheres to dress code, attendance punctuality, meal break and rest periods.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Attends required department meetings.
• Assumes responsibility for continuing education requirements.
• No nights, weekends, evenings or holidays or on call.

Required Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• O.R. experience is not required. Candidate must be willing to complete a comprehensive training program according to AORN and USPI standards.
• Current Pennsylvania license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current CPR and ACLS.
• Possess the ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities.
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, families, physicians, and employees.
• Knowledgeable of policies and procedures specific to operating room nurse.