OR RN

Monday-Friday, varying shifts. Eights, tens, twelves

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Purpose

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The Registered Nurse Circulator assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the Operating Room during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse will possess the ability to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and accurately document nursing care for the patient in surgery.
• The Registered Nurse will provide age-specific care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population in surgery.
• Coordinates all aspects of nursing care with all disciplines of the surgical team to achieve defined patient outcomes.
• Provides safe environment for patients in surgery.
• The Registered Nurse must possess the skill to provide appropriate education to the patient and family regarding the surgical procedure.
• Displays excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families, co-workers and physicians.
• Practices within the guidelines of Louisiana State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act and AORN guidelines.
• Complies with the policy and procedures set forth by the Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge and all applicable regulatory bodies.

Education

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Completion of an approved nursing program, as evident by current RN licensure.

Experience

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1-2 years of OR experience required.

Required Licenses and Certifications

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• Current LA Registered Nurse license
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Preferred Certifications

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• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• CNOR