A renowned acute care healthcare facility on Staten Island is currently seeking a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) to join their growing Operating Room team.About the Opportunity:
- Assignment Length: 8-13 weeks
- Schedule: Full-Time (36-40 hours per week)
- Patient Population: Adults (including some Pediatrics and Adolescents)
Responsibilities:The Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN) will:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the operating room
- Collaborate with Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care
- Perform both scrubbing and circulating duties during major surgical cases
- Maintain a sterile environment in the operating room and ensure adherence to all infection control protocols
- Monitor patients' vital signs and respond to any changes in condition during surgery
- Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures and postoperative care
- Document all aspects of patient care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in both Scrubbing & Circulating in major Surgical cases
- Current registration in New York State as an RN Licensure
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- BSN
- Current NYS Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- Current BLS certification
- Previous experience in an Operating Room role/setting
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records and other healthcare technologies
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written