Registered Nurse - OR Circulator - Ambulatory Surgery Center Of Western New York

Job Title: Registered Nurse - OR Circulator

Reports To: Operating Room Nurse Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary: A Circulating Nurse is a Registered Nurse who plans, coordinates, delivers, and evaluates nursing care to patients whose protective reflexes or self-care abilities are potentially compromised during operative or other invasive procedures. The Circulating Nurse works collaboratively with other perioperative professionals (surgeons, anesthesia professionals, surgical technologists) to meet patient needs and serve as the patient’s advocate.

1. Focuses on patient priorities with a kind and caring attitude to ensure quality care.

1. Ensures that the operating room is clean and safe for the patient

1. Ensures all equipment is functioning correctly

1. Works side by side with scrub tech to help maintain the sterile field in the operating room.

1. Introduces self to patient, reviews chart for pertinent information and assists Anesthesia with the transfer of the patient to the OR

1. Performs Time Out Verification before procedure with surgeon and anesthesia personnel

1. Maintains the safety of the patient during the procedure

1. Maintains appropriate documentation as required

1. Ensures accurate collection, storage and documentation of all specimens

1. Maintains operating room with appropriate supplies for the procedure

1. Charges for all supplies used during procedure

1. Ensures that the sterile field is not compromised during the procedure

1. Assists the Anesthesia personnel with positioning of the patient and anticipates their needs

1. Maintains correct surgical count

1. Performs skin prep when required

1. Applies safety straps on the patient

1. Assists in applying dressings

1. Assists in the transfer of patients to the PACU

1. Communicates pertinent information to PACU

1. Assists with timely and efficient turnover of operating room

1. Restocks supplies and equipment at the end of the day

1. Updates and maintains preference cards

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must possess the ability to function in a team environment. Must be able to relay information to appropriate personnel concerning a patient’s condition. Embraces change and able to handle multiple demands at one time. Must possess strong organizational and time management skills.

Education/Experience:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Must possess a current NYS Registered Professional Nursing license. Must be certified in BLS.

Working Conditions:

Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with patients, personnel, visitors, government agencies under all conditions and circumstances. Communicates with medical staff, department personnel and other staff. Working beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move patients. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Language / Reasoning abilities / Math

Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions and procedure manuals. Able to solve practical problems. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to give correct dosage of medications.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills. Knowledge of the Electronic Medical Record.