RN / OR Circulator - PRN

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Facility. Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Facility’s policies and procedures. 


• Demonstrates necessary practical, technical, or specialized skills required for the role of the peri-operative nurse in accordance with AORN and other regulatory standards of practice. 


• Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and has the ability to oversee the instrument and equipment set-up, prepare for the case utilizing preference cards, and anticipates needs of surgeon.  


• Coordinates and oversees the room during a case as the circulator.    


• Facilitates effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures.  


• Demonstrates knowledge of management of patient, including: being available to anesthesia during intubation and extubation, assisting as needed in sudden changes in patient condition and being readily available to assist as directed. 


• Performs thorough patient interview and assessment in accordance with procedure and assures an appropriate, detailed time out process is done according to policy. 


• Consistently reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure. Assures appropriate consent, H/P, diagnostic reports, and relevant information are on chart prior to the start of procedure. ◦Ensures that H/P is a complete full examination of all body systems and dated within 30-days prior to procedure.  


• Ensures that H/P, orders for the procedure, and consent form are consistent prior to placing in medical chart.  


• Prepares and administers medications in accordance with current practice (i.e. review physician orders, pre-op antibiotics, preparing/labeling medications on/off field, utilizing the 7 medication rights,  identifying high alert medications, conducting independent double checks when indicated, and narcotic waste, etc.). Assures only licensed personnel administer medications.  


• Relays appropriate hand off communication to PACU staff to ensure continuity of care. 


• Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, coworkers, and other health team members. 


• IV Skills preferred   

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