Division/Department:

Ambulatory Surgery Center/Surgery

Location:

Albany,

Job Title:

RN, Operating Room

Reports to:

Type of position:

FLSA Status:

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 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.