Operating Room Registered Nurse - PRN

Overview

We are seeking an Operating Room RN also known as an OR RN or perioperative nurse, provides comprehensive nursing care to patients before, during, and after surgery. Operating Room Nurse work within the operating room setting, collaborating with surgeons and other surgical team members to ensure patient safety and well-being. OR RNs prepare patients for surgery, which includes reviewing medical history, conducting assessments, educating patients and families about the procedure, and administering pre-operative medications. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD / PRN as needed.

Shift’s Available : Variable

Employment Type : Per Diem (PD / PRN)

Hours : Variable

Location : Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, Texas

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare :

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Sick leave accrual

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare : https : / / www.primehealthcare.com / careers / benefits /

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to) :

Prepare the operating room, ensure the cleanliness of the environment, and confirm that all required equipment is functioning properly

Assist in preparing the patient for surgery, which may involve verifying the patient's identity and surgical site, helping to position the patient on the operating table, and ensuring that all necessary pre-operative procedures are completed

Document pertinent information before, during, and after the surgical procedure, such as the patient's vital signs, medications administered, and any other relevant details for the patient's medical record

Maintain a safe and sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to strict infection control protocols and ensure that all team members follow proper procedures for handling instruments and equipment

Maintain a safe and sterile environment in the operating room by adhering to strict infection control protocols and ensure that all team members follow proper procedures for handling instruments and equipment

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have :

Education and Work Experience

Current and valid state RN License.

Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Current PALS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Minimum of one year previous Perioperative experience or on the job training

Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) Certification (AORN) preferred.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights : https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2022-10 / EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf