Perioperative Nurse (Healthcare)
Job Summary
Provide direct care for patients before, during, and after surgery and/or surgical procedures. Role also includes responsibilities such as patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate our core values of being patient centered, team focused, service driven, accountable, and innovative every day.
- Conduct thorough preoperative assessments of patients, including reviewing medical histories, allergies, and verifying consent.
- Ensure that patients are properly positioned, sterilely draped, and receive appropriate surgical site verification in collaboration with the surgical team.
- Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for each procedure, ensuring sterility and functionality.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive surgical records, including documentation of medications, procedures, and patient responses.
- Facilitate effective communication among surgical team members, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists, to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience.
- Act as the patient's advocate during surgery, monitoring their safety, comfort, and adherence to infection control protocols.
- Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, such as equipment malfunctions, changes in patient status, or other unforeseen events.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in surgical techniques, equipment, and best practices through ongoing training and education.
- Evolve in your role when performing supplemental responsibilities as assigned
Requirements and Qualifications
- Current NYS Registered Nurse license
- Minimum one year Orthopedic Nursing experience or related Rehabilitation Nursing experience required.
- Basic Life Support certification required
- EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred
- Computer skills required with minimum proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Physical Demands
- Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
- Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching
- Extensive standing and walking required
- Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients
- Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards/physical risk
