Perioperative Staff RN

POSITION OVERVIEW

(non-exempt): This position is responsible for clinical functions of the surgical unit and administers pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care in accordance with hospital and departmental standards and policies. Performs general duties in the Surgery department to maintain supplies and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, with current Iowa RN license BCLS required, ACLS/PALS preferred Previous OR experience preferred

ACCOUNTABILITY

Reports to Perioperative Manager, Perioperative Assistant Nurse Manager

DIRECT REPORTS

None

POSITION-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Uses the nursing process in providing care to the surgical patient from the pre-operative phase through recovery. Assures the proper pre-op work-up is completed by the time of surgery. Communicates pertinent information to the other staff members and the physician as required. Prepares the room and instruments based on the type of surgery. Maintains a clean, safe and sterile field. Functions as a scrub, circulating or recovery nurse as directed by the Perioperative Nurse Manager or Assistant Perioperative Nurse Manager. Documents observations and interventions objectively to maintain an accurate patient record. Administers medications and IV solutions as prescribed. Recognizes life threatening or adverse conditions and responds appropriately. Monitors supplies and equipment for safety, working efficiency and availability. Follows the established procedures to receive, clean, prepare and disinfect/sterilize supplies. Handles infectious waste according to hospital policy. Performs teaching functions as required to the staff and patients. Promotes and participates in quality improvement, risk management and safety practices. Takes surgery call on a rotating basis. Responsive to on-call duties and responsibilities according to facility policy. Does specific Q.I. monitoring and infection surveillance as delegated by the Perioperative Nurse Manager or Assistant Perioperative Nurse Manager. Recognizes the multidimensional nature of patient care by treating the total spectrum of needs (physical, emotional, social, spiritual). Reliable, physical and punctual attendance is required to complete the essential functions of this position. Attends all required meetings and in-services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

: Works in a well-illuminated, climate-controlled environment May come in contact with hazardous chemical or treatment modalities Possibility exists of exposure to communicable diseases Involvement in inpatient care may result in unavoidable work-related illness or injury Work environment is comfortable, with minimal exposure to physical hazards Moderate to loud noise environment when machines/equipment in use Involvement in checking in/moving of supplies may result in unavoidable work-related injury Must be constantly alert for patient/family emergency situations