GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL
Intraoperative RN - Surgery - Full Time
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL, Gibson City, Illinois, United States, 60936
Job Details
Job Location Gibson City, IL
Position Type Full Time
Salary Range $25.00 - $45.00 Hourly
Description
JOB TITLE: INTRAOPERATIVE RN
DEPARTMENT: SURGERY
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Operating Room Circulator RN is responsible for the delivery and documentation of patient care during the intra-operative period. The RN will assess the patient's needs, physiologically as well as emotionally, and plan nursing care accordingly. The nursing role during this phase focuses on providing quality patient care through familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures, and standards of practice for perioperative nursing. She/he will also monitor compliance to established standards and policies and procedures for surgical scrubs. He/she will facilitate and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs the perioperative nursing role to include preoperative assessment of the patient, nursing care plan formulation, operative care plan implementation, and postoperative evaluation of the patient's response/outcome. Also evaluates the effectiveness and appropriateness of nursing care provided with documentation of such.
2. Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.
3. Assists in the setting up and performance of cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to sterile technique.
4. Assists in the setting up and performance of cases by opening of sterile pack, instruments, and supplies according to sterile technique.
5. Prepares each patient for surgery by: positioning the patient in the appropriate position, preparing the patient's operative site, confirming the procedure and site according to the surgeon's history and physical and operating room team, and helping move the patient to and from the operating table.
6. Assists anesthesia personnel with the intubation/extubation of patients, the monitoring of fluid volume balance, the administration of blood/blood products, and the thermo-regulation of the patient.
7. Performs surgical counts (sponges, sharps, and instruments) and documents nursing care on legal records.
8. Handles specimens according to proper procedure.
9. Assists in the clean-up of the operating room following surgery, including proper disposal of used supplies and sharps.
10. Assumes responsibility for intra-operative patient safety related to positioning activities, the use of equipment, and the use of chemicals and solutions.
11. Is responsible for complete and thorough performance of assigned tasks, addressing specific needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients as necessary.
12. Acts as the nursing advocate for the patient, upholding the patient's rights. Collaborates with other professional team members.
13. Monitors the patient's level of consciousness, electrocardiogram, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation during local anesthetic procedures.
14. Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
15. Performs infection control activities to include observation of the surgical team during procedures, taking corrective actions as needed to maintain aseptic technique. Provides a surgically clean environment for patient care. Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentation used during operative procedures. ses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
16. Adheres to and practices Gibson Area Hospital and & Health Services Compliance Program and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
17. Is knowledgeable of policies and procedures of the department and facility.
18. Maintains professional competency through appropriate continuing education.
19. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein, or as assigned by the Surgery Team Leader, Surgical Services Manager.
20. Cover in Pre-op/PACU areas as needed.
21. When participating in an on-call capacity, the RN adheres to unit call requirements (including 30 minute response time), call rotation, and call guidelines to facilitate coverage of OR call during after hours, weekends, and Holidays as needed.
PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
1. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
2. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
3. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
4. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
•Floor to waist - 40 pounds •14" to waist - 50 pounds •Waist to shoulder - 30 pounds •Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds •Carry 40 pounds 30 feet •Push 40 pounds/force 30 feet •Pull 40 pounds/force 10 feet •Carry 20# away from body for 30ft
5. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
6. Possess an interested and empathetic attitude toward caring for the patients and families seeking care and services at the GAHHS Surgical Services Department.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of patients and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Director of Surgical Services.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Previous surgical circulator experience preferred, but not required.
2. Current Illinois registered nurse licensure
3. BLS/CPR, PALS and ACLS certification required within six months of hire if not current.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category 1 - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.
Job Location Gibson City, IL
Position Type Full Time
Salary Range $25.00 - $45.00 Hourly
Description
JOB TITLE: INTRAOPERATIVE RN
DEPARTMENT: SURGERY
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Operating Room Circulator RN is responsible for the delivery and documentation of patient care during the intra-operative period. The RN will assess the patient's needs, physiologically as well as emotionally, and plan nursing care accordingly. The nursing role during this phase focuses on providing quality patient care through familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures, and standards of practice for perioperative nursing. She/he will also monitor compliance to established standards and policies and procedures for surgical scrubs. He/she will facilitate and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.
GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT
To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the communities we serve.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs the perioperative nursing role to include preoperative assessment of the patient, nursing care plan formulation, operative care plan implementation, and postoperative evaluation of the patient's response/outcome. Also evaluates the effectiveness and appropriateness of nursing care provided with documentation of such.
2. Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.
3. Assists in the setting up and performance of cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to sterile technique.
4. Assists in the setting up and performance of cases by opening of sterile pack, instruments, and supplies according to sterile technique.
5. Prepares each patient for surgery by: positioning the patient in the appropriate position, preparing the patient's operative site, confirming the procedure and site according to the surgeon's history and physical and operating room team, and helping move the patient to and from the operating table.
6. Assists anesthesia personnel with the intubation/extubation of patients, the monitoring of fluid volume balance, the administration of blood/blood products, and the thermo-regulation of the patient.
7. Performs surgical counts (sponges, sharps, and instruments) and documents nursing care on legal records.
8. Handles specimens according to proper procedure.
9. Assists in the clean-up of the operating room following surgery, including proper disposal of used supplies and sharps.
10. Assumes responsibility for intra-operative patient safety related to positioning activities, the use of equipment, and the use of chemicals and solutions.
11. Is responsible for complete and thorough performance of assigned tasks, addressing specific needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients as necessary.
12. Acts as the nursing advocate for the patient, upholding the patient's rights. Collaborates with other professional team members.
13. Monitors the patient's level of consciousness, electrocardiogram, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation during local anesthetic procedures.
14. Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
15. Performs infection control activities to include observation of the surgical team during procedures, taking corrective actions as needed to maintain aseptic technique. Provides a surgically clean environment for patient care. Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentation used during operative procedures. ses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
16. Adheres to and practices Gibson Area Hospital and & Health Services Compliance Program and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
17. Is knowledgeable of policies and procedures of the department and facility.
18. Maintains professional competency through appropriate continuing education.
19. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein, or as assigned by the Surgery Team Leader, Surgical Services Manager.
20. Cover in Pre-op/PACU areas as needed.
21. When participating in an on-call capacity, the RN adheres to unit call requirements (including 30 minute response time), call rotation, and call guidelines to facilitate coverage of OR call during after hours, weekends, and Holidays as needed.
PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Visual acuity to observe patient assessment data and use manual/automated documentation tools.
1. Auditory acuity to hear patient verbal communication and gather data using auscultatory skills.
2. Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate 8-12 hours per shift and to adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
3. Physical strength to perform CPR(bed/floor), lift/push/pull 60-300 pounds (with assistance) as often as 20 times per 8-12 hours and perform constant walking, twisting, turning, and stretching maneuvers in patient care and use of patient care equipment.
4. Physical strength to perform the following lifting tasks:
•Floor to waist - 40 pounds •14" to waist - 50 pounds •Waist to shoulder - 30 pounds •Shoulder to overhead - 10 pounds •Carry 40 pounds 30 feet •Push 40 pounds/force 30 feet •Pull 40 pounds/force 10 feet •Carry 20# away from body for 30ft
5. Keen mental faculties to perform assessment and decision making skills in the management of acutely ill patients.
6. Possess an interested and empathetic attitude toward caring for the patients and families seeking care and services at the GAHHS Surgical Services Department.
7. Communications/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
8. Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level for 8-12 hours at a time associated with caring for acute patients, fast paced physical activity, rapidly changing patient conditions, emotional demands of patients and their families, and the demands of maintaining effective working relationships with peers, managers, physicians and other health care workers.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Director of Surgical Services.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Previous surgical circulator experience preferred, but not required.
2. Current Illinois registered nurse licensure
3. BLS/CPR, PALS and ACLS certification required within six months of hire if not current.
INFECTION EXPOSURE RISK LEVEL
Category 1 - Maximal Risk - this job exposes you to potential blood, body fluids, and tissues on a routine basis. It is recommended that you get the Hepatitis B vaccine.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to dust, dirt, noise and the like.
2. Works with patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases or infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.