Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ NORWALK SURGERY CENTER
MedHQ - Norwalk, CT, US, 06860
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Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ NORWALK SURGERY CENTER Join to apply for the Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ NORWALK SURGERY CENTER role at MedHQ Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ NORWALK SURGERY CENTER 6 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Registered Nurse - Operating Room @ NORWALK SURGERY CENTER role at MedHQ Norwalk Surgery Center is offering an excellent opportunity for an Operating Room Registered Nurse (PRN/Per Diem) to join our multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center in Norwalk, CT. Duties of Position : Accountable for the provision of nursing care in the assigned intra-operative areas of the surgery center. Ensure patient needs are met in accordance with instructions of physician and facility administrative procedures. Participates in various quality activities as appropriate and as directed by the Charge Nurse Operating Room, Director of Nursing, Medical Director and/or the Quality Committee(s). The Operating Room nurse must set priorities in planning cases and making clinical decisions. They are a resource for complex decision making and establishing individualized plan of care for the peri-operative patient. Accountabilities / Responsibilities Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel. Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care. Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted Standards of Practice and organizational policies and procedures. Assists with the ordering, receiving, and storage of supplies. Maintains order and cleanliness of the intra-operative area. Maintains surgical services as assigned, in accordance with written policies and in compliance with various regulatory and accrediting agencies and is responsible for quality patient care. Assists with the development and monitoring of the standards of assigned areas pertaining to the operating room, sterilization and decontamination, and corresponding ancillary areas. Responsible for efficient and effective patient care and quality improvement. Helps in determining goals for assigned area and effectively manages resources to achieve the goals. Maintains a collegial relationship with physicians to ensure quality patient care. At the direction of the Director of Nursing, maintains an adequate inventory for assigned area, including, but not limited to, equipment and supplies. Assists in recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and retention of operating room/corresponding ancillary area employees. Assists with staffing assigned area and performing daily operational processes. Responsible for fostering an environment that promotes staff growth and development. Supervises and adheres to Surgery Center policies, procedures, and safety programs. Participates in Quality Committee(s), Medical Leadership Committee, as requested, and/or assigned. Proactively seeks to continuously improve patient care and operations. Exhibits competency in performing all functions of assigned area or duties. Responsible for other functions as assigned by the Director of Nursing and/or the Administrator. Qualifications/Requirements Registered Professional Nurse with valid CT state license Previous work experience in an ambulatory surgery setting or acute hospital operating room of no less than one (1) year. BCLS certification ACLS certification within six months of hire date if not already obtained Powered by ExactHire: 151228 Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at MedHQ by 2x Get notified about new Surgical Nurse jobs in Norwalk, CT . Harrison, NY $111,827.00-$146,888.00 5 months ago Port Jefferson, NY $67.00-$67.00 1 week ago Registered Nurse-Ambulatory Surgery Center Registered Nurse (RN)- Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Registered Nurse-Ambulatory Surgery Center White Plains, NY $116,663.00-$151,724.00 5 months ago Staff RN-Colorectal Surgery Full time Day Shift Registered Nurse - Full-time or Part-time Registered Nurse- Ambulatory Multispeciality Huntington Station, NY $55.00-$77.00 6 days ago RN; Registered Nurse - Intermediate Care F/T Nights; Registered Nurse Registered Nurse - Outpatient (M-F Day Shift) Experienced OR-RN-Ambulatory Surgery Center Port Jefferson, NY $67.00-$67.00 1 day ago Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Vascular Surgery Huntington, NY $68,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago White Plains, NY $10,000.00-$147,000.00 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr