Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room - $34-44 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR - Operating Room for a nursing job in Avondale, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : OR - Operating Room
• Discipline : RN
• Duration : Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Staff

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Abrazo West is a level 1 trauma center that offers a multi-specialty OR with self-scheduling

for regular shifts and call shifts.

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community that uplifts and supports each other every day. We know that healthcare requires

a unique blend of talent and dedication, and we are fully committed to providing an

environment that enriches and rewards your journey.

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purpose : caring for our community with unwavering commitment. At Abrazo Health, you

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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

Tenet-AZ Region Job ID #2305012581-0.

Benefits

• Sign-On bonus
17 days ago