Operating Room, Registered Nurse in Saratoga Springs, New York at OrthoNY

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Operating Room RN will assist in providing high quality care during the pre-op and intra-op phase of the patient’s visit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily:  
• Assist in the organization and daily function of the operating room;
• Plan, implement, and assist in the oversight of patient care;
• Circulate and scrub cases, as assigned;
• Accurately document care given according to center policies and procedures;
• Maintain high safety standards for both patients and other staff;
• Monitor stock levels, supplies, and equipment needs;
• Other responsibilities as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the essential functions:  

• Current NYS RN License;
• BCLS required;
• ACLS/PALS preferred;
• Minimum one year as an OR nurse, two or more years preferred with scrub and circulating experience;
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

OTHER INFORMATION

• This is an “in office” position in a safe work environment
• Ability to travel to various OrthoNY locations if needed. Reliable transportation is essential.
• Schedules are Monday-Friday; no weekends, holidays or on-call