SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This job is responsible for providing direct patient care as part of a perioperative (operating room) team, assisting the operating surgeon by performing activities such as maintaining hemostasis, providing wound exposure, manipulating tissues with surgical instrumentation (e.g.suturing, wound closure) and other related tasks. An incumbent uses acquired and intuitive knowledge to anticipate, prevent and/or respond to circumstances that could compromise the patient's well-being; documents patient/family pre-operative care and teaching, operative roles following surgical procedure, post-operative care/assessment, and discharge planning in accordance with established guidelines. Work is performed under the direction of an operating surgeon and within the scope of practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Two (2) years nursing experience

Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by the State of employment

Certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR)

BLS required prior to orientation completion. Must be obtained through Penn State Health or American Heart Association (AHA).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

Certification as an RN-First Assistant (CRNFA) preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41.22 - $61.83 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Hospital
• Operating room

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Supplemental schedule:

• On call
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x10
• 5x8

Ability to Relocate:

• Reading, PA 19605: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person