Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room

SUNY Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks a full-time Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room. The role involves direct nursing care in the perioperative setting, patient assessment, medication administration, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include care planning, documentation, infection control, and education for patients and families. Candidates must hold a NYS RN license and perform duties per Article 139 guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must hold a New York State Registered Professional Nurse license.
• Strong clinical nursing skills and ability to work in a fast-paced OR environment.
• Good communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or assists in nursing care plans aligned with treatment plans.
• Administers medications and monitors patient conditions.
• Records nursing notes, meds, treatments, vital signs, and care plans.
• Participates in development and revision of individual care plans as part of the care team.
• Modifies care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment.
• Triages patients by symptoms and refers to physician when needed.
• Assists physicians with treatment functions in emergencies as directed.
• Provides patient and family education about health, meds, procedures, and goals.
• Ensures infection control policies are followed.
• May train paraprofessional staff in nursing techniques and equipment use.

Skills

Medication administration

Infection control

Patient assessment

Education

NYS RN license

Job description

The Department of Perioperative Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse 1, Operating Room.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC) is a full performance level nurse position and possesses a license as a registered professional nurse in New York State; under the general direction of a higher level registered nurse or licensed health care provider, independently provides direct nursing care to individuals in accordance with Article 139 of the Education Law; supervises nursing care activities; and provides clinical supervision and training to Graduate Nurses (T&RC), Teaching & Research Center Licensed Practical Nurses, and direct care staff.

Illustrative Duties

• Prepares or assists with preparation of nursing care plans consistent with individuals' comprehensive treatment plans and medical needs.

• Carries out treatment procedures, administers medications, and monitors individuals' conditions.

• Records notes and maintains individuals' medical records and nursing care plans, including nursing care, medications, and treatments, reactions to care and treatment, intake and output of liquids and solids, and vital signs.

• Participates in the development, implementation, and revision of individual care plans as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Modifies nursing care plans based on individual condition and responses to care and treatment.

• Triages individuals by inquiring about illnesses, injuries, and symptoms, and records findings and observations.

• Assesses findings, and either refers individuals directly to a physician in emergency cases or initiates appropriate remedial action; as directed, assists physicians with treatment functions.

• Provides education and counseling to individuals and families regarding health, medications, procedures, and treatment goals.

• Practices and ensures compliance with established infection control policies and procedures.

• May train paraprofessional staff by demonstrating nursing techniques and providing instructions on use of techniques and nursing equipment.