Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgery

OrthoIndy Northwest; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits included

Job summary

OrthoIndy Northwest in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgery department to provide skilled nursing care in the operating room and assist physicians and scrub staff during procedures.

The role requires an Indiana RN license, 1–2 years of OR experience, CPR and ACLS certification, and a full-time schedule of four 10-hour weekday shifts with rotating day off. OrthoIndy offers a supportive team environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• 1-2 years of registered nurse surgery experience required; 2-4 years preferred
• Current Indiana RN license; CPR and ACLS certifications required

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care in the operating room during surgical procedures.
• Assists surgeons and scrub staff, circulating duties, and maintains sterile technique and supplies.
• Positions patient, preps pre-op and post-op areas as needed.
• Maintains accurate documentation and operating room equipment readiness.
• Supervises and teaches members of the surgical team as directed.

Skills

RN license IN

CPR

ACLS

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Facility:OrthoIndy Hospital Main, Indianapolis, IN
Department: OIHSurgical Services
Shift Details: Full-time, four 10-hour weekday shifts, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm with rotating day off, minimal call and we are closed the six major holidays each year! Full benefits included!

Great people are the backbone to great care and patient satisfaction. In return, we’ll have your back - offering our employees a supportive team environment, great benefits, a true work/life balance, and the opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for our patients. Join TEAM OI!

At OrthoIndy, we provide leading-edge bone, joint, spineand muscle care from 22 locations throughout Central Indiana, staying true toour mission and our patients by offering a full range of procedures andtreatment options. We have over 100physicians in our practice and we continue to be one of the most highlyrespected and trusted orthopedic practices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy has received national recognitionfor patient safety and orthopedic excellence and our philosophy is aphysician-owned hospital model where patients experience superior service,safety and patient satisfaction because physicians are involved in every aspectof your care. OrthoIndy is also theofficial orthopedic provider for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.

OrthoIndy Hospital Northwest, located in Indianapolis, Indiana,providesoutpatient care and inpatient care, with 10 operating rooms, 2procedure rooms and a 42-bed inpatient unit for patients undergoing moreinvasive procedures, such as disc replacement, spinal fusion or total hip andknee joint replacement. Other services include an urgent care,clinics, pre-op clinic, imaging and physical therapy.

General Statement of Duties:

The Registered Nurse Surgery provides nursing care and services in the operating room; assisting the physician and scrub staff during surgical procedures, including circulating duties, and directing non-professional personnel. Surgery Registered Nurse duties include, but are not limited to positioning the patient, assisting anesthesia during induction, prepping the patient, opening sterile packages, documentation, operating equipment and obtaining necessary supplies.

• Prepares setup, materials, medications, and equipment for cases as needed and assists surgeons in all types of procedures as required. Preps the surgical site using aseptic technique. Maintains operating room and equipment in a functional manner.
  
• Prepares, operates and monitors the use of various systems, equipment, and instrumentation required for the care of patients.
  
• Monitors overall patient care and reports any unusual occurrence, circumstances, or discrepancies to the supervisor.
  
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the health care team, to ensure quality of care.
  
• Performs sponge, needle, and sharp counts according to policy and procedure.
  
• Correctly collects and accurately labels specimens.
  
• Maintains inventory control of supplies and medications, including appropriate records and documentation.
  
• Reviews and verifies patient information, identification, and chart forms.
  
• Supervises and teaches members of the surgical team.
  
• Confines and contains sources of contaminations.
  
• Reviews and revises surgeon’s preference cards and communicates changes to appropriate personnel.
  
• Performs and records the order of Physician’s including administration of medications.
  
• Assists with patient care in the pre and post-operative areas as needed.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Nursingrequired; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferredfrom a nationallyaccredited nursing program
• 1-2 years of registered nurse surgery experience required; 2-4 years preferred
• Currently licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Indiana required
• CPR, ACLS certifications required

OrthoIndy is an Equal Opportunity Employer