Job Summary:

The OR RN Circulator assists in provision of nursing care to patients in an Ambulatory Surgical Center setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician's orders and centers policies.During operations and other surgical procedures, the circulator assists by acting as an intermediary between the operating room staff and the rest of the surgical center.

Monitors patient throughout the surgical process. Manages monitoring equipment, fluid lines, tubes, drains and catheters as needed, including support of operative extremity. Uses good judgement in determining appropriate nursing action and exhibits control in emergency situations. Successfully completes CPR/PALS/ACLS certification/recertification. Makes independent clinical decisions as appropriate regarding patient's need for nursing care and communicates same to appropriate personnel. Demonstrates a team player attitude and utilized work time efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Performs scrub functions including the selection and handling of instruments and supplies used during procedure.
Performs circulating functions including monitoring, recording and communicating patient condition and managing overall nursing care of patient before, during and after procedure.
Directly assists operating physician with surgical tasks including hemostasis, suturing and wound exposure as well as patient positioning.
Prepares operating rooms and surgical instruments and equipment for use.

Qualifications:

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing; current state RN license.
Minimum two years in the OR as circulator, preferred.
Ortho experience is required.
CPR and ACLS

Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. Surgery Partners offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity. Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug screening.

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OR RN Circulator