Division/Department:

Ambulatory Surgery Center

Location:

Clifton Park, NY

Job Title:

RN, Operating Room

Reports to:

Director of Ambulatory Surgery

Type of position:

Per-Diem. Hours vary depending on staffing and needs of the center

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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

• 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/assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current unrestricted 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;

• Ability to effectively communicate with providers, patients, and peers;

OTHER INFORMATION

• Schedules are Monday through Friday; No weekends, holidays, or on-call.