About this role
The ASC Registered Nurse OR provides safe, quality patient care in the operating room area. This role is essential for delivering comprehensive care and support to patients before, during, and after surgery.
Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing the operating room for procedures, evaluating medical information, and providing direct bedside nursing care to pre- and post-surgery patients. The RN functions in both scrub and circulating nurse roles, assisting the surgeon and surgical team throughout each case.
The nurse consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Acting as a communication liaison, the RN keeps family members and the operating team informed and ensures comfort and safety of the patient during positioning and recovery.
Working in an ambulatory surgery center offers a focused, team-oriented environment where clinical expertise is valued. This role provides opportunities to refine surgical nursing skills and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes in a specialized setting.
Requirements
- Active RN license and certification as required by state
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an OR Nurse
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of healthcare systems operations such as EMR
- Strong clinical knowledge and ability to develop patient care plans in preparation for surgery
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality
Responsibilities
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
- Prepare the operating room for procedures and ensure all equipment is ready
- Evaluate medical information and provide direct, individualized bedside nursing care to pre- and post-surgery patients
- Function in both scrub and circulating nurse roles during surgical procedures
- Assist in positioning patients and respond to their comfort and safety needs
- Act as a communication liaison to family members and the operating team
- Provide accurate care and handling of specimens
- Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications
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