Operating Room Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

The Operating Room Nurse plays a crucial role in the surgical team, utilizing critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to ensure the highest standards of patient care in the operating room. This position involves collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical personnel while adhering to regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation of the operating room and availability of supplies.
• Communicate effectively with patients’ families and provide updates as necessary.
• Maintain and update physician preference cards for surgical procedures.
• Assist physicians during surgical procedures by scrubbing and providing support as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of personnel delivering patient care in the operating room.

Qualifications

• Current ACLS and BLS certification.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as an Operating Room Nurse with skills in Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Robotics, ENT, General Surgery, Urology, Vascular, and Gynecology.
• Experience with Cerner electronic medical records is required; CNOR certification is preferred.
• Ability to float between multiple locations as needed.
• AHCA fingerprinting clearance is required for all travelers before the start date.

Work Schedule

This position primarily requires day shifts, with operational hours typically from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Flexibility with call is expected.

Additional Information

Interested candidates should be prepared to participate in a selection process that may involve multiple staff members. Prior experience with the organization is considered favorably. Willingness to review applications from candidates with pending state licenses is welcomed.