OR RN

Calibre Talent Group; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking an Operating Room Nurse in Town of Ithaca, New York. The successful candidate will provide perioperative care in various settings and collaborate with surgical teams. Essential qualifications include a BSN, state RN registration, and CNOR certification, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of surgical instruments and effective communication skills are also vital for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a nurse providing perioperative care.
• Exceptional knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Proficiency in recordkeeping and patient management systems.

Responsibilities

• Providing surgical patients with perioperative care in recovery, procedure, and operating rooms.
• Stocking operating rooms with sterile surgical equipment.
• Developing and implementing nursing care plans for surgical patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of surgical instruments

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

State-approved Registered Nurse (RN)

Certification as an Operating Room Nurse (CNOR)

Tools

eHospital

PatientTrak

Job description

• Providing surgical patients with perioperative care in recovery, procedure, and operating rooms.
• Stocking operating rooms with sterile surgical equipment, linens, and supplies.
• Developing and implementing nursing care plans for surgical patients.
• Preparing patients for surgery by cleaning and disinfecting areas to be operated on.
• Applying sterile techniques in handling medical instruments and equipment pre-, during, and post-surgery.
• Collaborating with surgical teams and other medical professionals on patient medication and post-surgery care.
• Updating patient files and medical records.
• Assisting with the ordering, maintenance, and safe storage of surgical equipment and supplies.
• Providing patients with post-surgery care instructions and answering questions.

Operating Room Nurse Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (BSN).
• State-approved Registered Nurse (RN).
• Certification as an Operating Room Nurse (CNOR).
• 3-5 years of experience as a nurse providing perioperative care.
• Exceptional knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment, as well as sterile techniques.
• Proficiency in recordkeeping and patient management systems, such as eHospital and PatientTrak.
• Advanced proficiency in developing and implementing perioperative nursing care plans.
• Ability to collaborate with surgical teams and healthcare specialists.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in healthcare.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.