Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $34-44 per hour

Company: Tenet-AZ Region
Location: Avondale
Posted on: October 13, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionTenet-AZ Region is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR - Operating Room for a nursing job in Avondale, Arizona.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
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  Position SummaryThe Operating Room Nurse is responsible for circulating in the operating roomand assisting physicians with advanced tasks or equipment during surgicalprocedures. The RN must be able to work under high pressure in a fast pacedenvironment. You will apply good interpersonal and communication processutilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals ofcustomer satisfaction and a positive work environment. The position requires theability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respondquickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. This position assesses, plans,implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance withorganizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursingpractice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice anddevelopment. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing servicesdelivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizesspecialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data andplan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmentalage of assigned patients.
  
  Responsibilities1. Prepares for surgical procedures by completing assessment of the patient andreviewing patient chart, diagnostics, and labs. Reports abnormal results tophysicians and other appropriate care givers. Reviews patient history and physicaland consent forms and assures completion.2. Formulates and initiates plan of care based on patient specific needs andmedical plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members ofmultidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changes inpatient needs. Provides care based on physician orders and in compliance withpolicies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements.Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of careto patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity ofcare by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the statusof patients for whom care is provided.3. Prepares for surgical procedure by ensuring all appropriate supplies andinstruments are available and room set up is appropriate. Troubleshootsmalfunctioning equipment and makes minor adjustments or calls biomedicalequipment staff. Checks schedule and plans ahead for upcoming surgical caseneeds.4. Documents surgical procedure in the patient record. Documentation is timelyand in accordance with policy. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timelymanner.5. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautionsthroughout the procedure. Participates in counting sharps, instruments andsponges. Disposes of sharps and trash appropriately in designated areas.6. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards are accurate.7. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishingsupplies and cleaning operating rooms.8. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical staff andstudents, as assigned.9. This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling,appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-outprocedure, radiation and laser safety, and infection control.
  
  Minimum education: Associates Degree in NursingPreferred Education: Bachelor's Degree in NursingMinimum experience: One year of operating room experience in the acute caresettingPreferred experience: 1 year in Level 1 trauma OR settingRequired licenses/certifications: Current, valid RN license in the state of practice,BLS certification, ACLS certificationHours per week: 36 hoursOn call requirement: YesTenet-AZ Region Job ID #2403002493.Benefits
  • Sign-On bonus

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