RN, Operating Room - Nantucket

1575 Nantucket Cottage Hospital; Mikas Pond (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Nantucket Cottage Hospital on Nantucket Island, MA is seeking a Perioperative Nurse for a 100% onsite day shift with on-call. Strong preference for candidates with operating room experience and CNOR certification within two years.

Must hold an active Massachusetts RN license and be able to rotate shifts and cover central supply as needed. Must move quickly in emergencies, maintain patient confidentiality, and participate in perioperative assessment, planning, and evaluation of care for surgical

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• 2+ years perioperative experience preferred.
• Current Massachusetts RN license required.
• CNOR/CEN/CCRN certifications preferred.
• BLS/CPR within 1 week of hire; ACLS and PALS within 6 months or orientation.
• On-call availability and ability to rotate shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates expertise in operating room procedures and can work independently as needed.
• Maintain safe, effective perioperative nursing care and documentation.
• Assess patients preoperatively and develop plans of care for operative cases.
• Communicate with the surgical team to ensure efficient workflows.
• Assist with central sterile supply and on-call coverage as required.
• Support orientation and supervision of other perioperative staff.

Skills

CNOR

CEN

CCRN

BLS/CPR

ACLS

PALS

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Massachusetts RN license

Job description

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Job Summary

100% onsite on Nantucket Island, MA. Day shift with call. Previous operating room experience strongly preferred.

Perioperative Nurse Role

The Perioperative Nurse assesses the patient preoperatively; plans care during the surgical intervention, implements those nursing actions and evaluates the outcomes. This position is responsible for perioperative nursing, coverage of Central Sterile Supply on an as needed basis, and scheduled outpatient procedures requiring assistance by the physician.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrates expertise in operating room procedures and can function independently in the performance of other surgical procedures. Establishes and implements standards of practice that ensure safe, effective and efficient nursing skills. Is able to interpret and complies with JCAHO, OSHA, and other federal and state standards. As a perioperative nurse, assesses the patient preoperatively, plans care during the surgical intervention, implements those nursing actions and evaluates the outcomes. Ensures the patient’s record is complete with all necessary pre-operative information. Documents. Conducts a nursing assessment and develops a plan of care for all patients upon admission. Identifies and prioritizes activities that are necessary to meet patient needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of intraoperative measures taken, documents them and reassesses to take additional actions as needed. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team. Maintains a procedural log as it pertains to the operating room and other units. Covers central supply responsibilities in times of illness/vacation and as needed. Ensures that appropriate supplies are available and replaced as used/needed. Uses proper aseptic and sterilization techniques. Assists in the orientation and supervision of other personnel who work in the perioperative setting. Highly recommend CNOR certification within two (2) years of assuming position. Oversees the operation of the operating room and central supply in the absence of the Perioperative Services manager. Maintains confidentiality of patient information in accordance with Hospital policy and applicable statutes and regulations.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position Knowledge of: Knowledge of current nursing standards of practice required. Skills: Must be able to demonstrate adequate technical skills and judgment to function unsupervised during on-call, other shifts, and weekend hours. Ability to: Ability to tactfully communicate with both internal and external customers. Ability to handle stress and work in emergency situations. Ability to assist patients on and off equipment. Ability to move quickly in the event of an emergency. Ability to stand and walk approximately ninety percent (90%) of shift, with frequent climbing, bending, reaching, stooping, squatting, and helping to lift objects and/or patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) or more pounds. Ability to use of fingers and hands to operate all department-related equipment as described on the Department checklist. Additionally, must use telephone, calculator, fax, computer and other related office equipment.

Credentials and Experience Required

Graduate of an accredited nursing school required; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. At least two (2) years of prior perioperative experience required/preferred. Current valid Massachusetts Registered Nurse (“RN) license required. National certification in areas of expertise (CNOR, CEN, CCRN, etc.) preferred. BLS/CPR certification required within one week of hire. AHA & ARC accepted. ACLS and PALS certifications required prior to completion of orientation or within 6 months of hire, whichever occurs first.

Special Requirements

Must be available to stay overnight should need arise during patient transports off island. Must be able to rotate to other units, as assigned. Must be willing to work additional shifts, as assigned. Must be available to work in the case of a declared Hospital emergency.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

57 Prospect Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$37.69 - $89.59/Hourly

Grade

RN7MN1

Base Pay and Benefits

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EEO Statement

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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