Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Abrazo West Campus
Goodyear, AZ
3x12 hrs, Days

Position Summary
The Operating Room Nurse is responsible for circulating in the operating room
and assisting physicians with advanced tasks or equipment during surgical
procedures. The RN must be able to work under high pressure in a fast paced
environment. You will apply good interpersonal and communication process
utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of
customer satisfaction and a positive work environment. The position requires the
ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond
quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. This position assesses, plans,
implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with
organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing
practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and
development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services
delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes
specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and
plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental
age of assigned patients.
Responsibilities
1. Prepares for surgical procedures by completing assessment of the patient and
reviewing patient chart, diagnostics, and labs. Reports abnormal results to
physicians and other appropriate care givers. Reviews patient history and physical
and consent forms and assures completion.
2. Formulates and initiates plan of care based on patient specific needs and
medical plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of
multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changes in
patient needs. Provides care based on physician orders and in compliance with
policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements.
Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care
to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of
care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status
of patients for whom care is provided.
3. Prepares for surgical procedure by ensuring all appropriate supplies and
instruments are available and room set up is appropriate. Troubleshoots
malfunctioning equipment and makes minor adjustments or calls biomedical
equipment staff. Checks schedule and plans ahead for upcoming surgical case
needs.
4. Documents surgical procedure in the patient record. Documentation is timely
and in accordance with policy. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely
manner.
5. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions
throughout the procedure. Participates in counting sharps, instruments and
sponges. 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, replenishing
supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
8. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical staff and
students, as assigned.
9. This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling,
appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out
procedure, radiation and laser safety, and infection control.
Minimum education: Associates Degree in Nursing
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Minimum experience: One year of operating room experience in the acute care
setting
Preferred experience: 1 year in Level 1 trauma OR setting
Required licenses/certifications: Current, valid RN license in the state of practice,
BLS certification, ACLS certification
Hours per week: 36 hours
On call requirement: Yes
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