Intraoperative RN

Job DetailsJob Location: Watford City, ND 58854Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreePosition Title: Intraoperative Registered Nurse Full Time Position Overview: The interoperative Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and individualized nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes during the intraoperative phase of perioperative care. The RN collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other members of the OR team to deliver high quality, evidence-based care.

Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares the operating room with necessary equipment, supplies, and instruments. Maintains a sterile field and adheres to all aseptic techniques. Monitors the patient’s condition throughout the surgical procedure, including vital signs and overall well-being.

Serves as a circulating nurse, facilitating communication between the surgical team and other departments. Documents all intraoperative activities and patient responses accurately and timely. Ensures compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.

Responds to emergencies and rapidly changing situations in the OR. Supports patients emotionally and physically in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: Physically demanding, high-stress environment Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions Pushing and pulling heavy objects Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients. Manual and finger dexterity Hand and eye coordination Standing and walking for extensive periods of time Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.

Working under stressful conditions Working irregular hours including after hours QualificationsPersonal Qualities: Outgoing: An approachable and engaging personality that fosters strong relationships with staff, patients, and healthcare providers.

Positive Outlook: An initiative-taking attitude that promotes a constructive, can-do environment, even in challenging situations.

Proactive Problem Solver: Demonstrates initiative in identifying and addressing challenges before they become issues, improving operational efficiency.

Accountable: Takes full responsibility for actions and outcomes, demonstrating reliability and integrity in all aspects of the role.

Exceptional

Follow-Through: Consistently ensures that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately, meeting, or exceeding expectations.

Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and keep the laboratory running smoothly and efficiently.

Collaborative: Works well with others, fostering a collaborative atmosphere and encouraging input from all departments to achieve common goals.

Friendly: Maintains a warm, approachable demeanor that creates a welcoming environment for both staff and patients.

Exceptional Customer Service Skills: Provides outstanding service to both patients and internal departments, ensuring a positive and seamless experience for all stakeholders.

Leads by Example: Demonstrates leadership through actions, setting a high standard for others and promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.

Mentors Others: Actively invests in the development of team members, offering guidance, support, and professional growth opportunities.

Builds Up Others: Encourages and inspires colleagues, fostering a positive work environment and a sense of teamwork and collaboration.

Dedicated to the Mission: Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values, aligning personal and team goals with the larger objectives of the healthcare facility.

Committed to Continuing Growth: Embraces continuous learning and professional development, actively seeking opportunities to gain experience and improve both personally and as a leader.

Embrace Change: Adaptable and open to innovative ideas and changes in technology, processes, or strategies, promoting an environment of innovation and growth. Must successfully pass background checks and drug screen. Demonstrate ability to immediately recognize and institute treatment for the following emergency/life threatening situations: cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction, respiratory arrest, hemorrhage, vagal response, syncope, shock, toxic overdose of local anesthesia, hypertension, hypotension, and malignant hyperthermia.

Must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate compatibly with all physicians.

Education and Experience: Minimum Requirements Include graduation from an accredited school of nursing. ASN required, BSN/MSN preferred. 2 years of experience working in the perioperative setting

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