Registered Nurse – Operating Room (RN)

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse – Operating Room plays a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care in the perioperative environment. This position requires effective assessment skills and the ability to recognize safety issues while supporting patients through their surgical journeys.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the operating room.
• Conduct thorough assessments to identify patients’ clinical, educational, mental, and spiritual needs.
• Implement safe lifting techniques and equipment to facilitate patient movement.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations.
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Potentially assume the role of a charge nurse, overseeing the operations within the unit.
• Maintain knowledge of clinical equipment and instrumentation used in an OR/ASU setting to ensure a safe and sterile environment.
• Interpret lethal dysrhythmias and respond appropriately to patient needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current New York State RN license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• Preferred experience with preceptorship, charge, and leadership roles.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and delegate responsibilities as needed.
• Capability to function well in stressful situations while maintaining a focus on patient safety and quality care.

Work Schedule

This position requires a commitment to an 8-hour day shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), with weekend, holiday, and on-call duties as needed. A response time of 30 minutes is required for on-call responsibilities.

Location

Position available within a 100-mile radius of New York, NY.