What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT OR Circulating RN position at Advanced Surgery Center of Northern Louisiana?
FT OR Circulating RN
Advanced Surgery Center of Northern Louisiana believes health and care are inseparable, delivering high-quality, service-oriented surgical care. This physician-owned facility, accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, features 2 ORs and 1 treatment room supporting Orthopaedics, Otolaryngology, Pain Management, and Spine procedures.
We are seeking an experienced OR Circulating Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. If you are a skilled and compassionate RN who is committed to providing high-quality patient care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Overview: As an Operating Room Circulating Registered Nurse at Advanced Surgery Center of Northern Louisiana, you will be an integral part of our surgical team. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients during surgical procedures, collaborating with surgeons and other healthcare professionals, and maintaining the highest standards of patient care in the operating room.
Key Responsibilities:
- Surgical Assistance: Provide direct patient care during surgical procedures, assisting surgeons and scrub personnel, and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' needs, comfort, and safety throughout their surgical experience.
- Medication Administration: Administer medications and anesthesia as prescribed, monitoring patient responses.
- Emergency Response: Respond quickly to any intraoperative emergencies, ensuring the immediate availability of necessary supplies and support.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records, including surgical counts and documentation of intraoperative events.
- Infection Control: Adhere to strict aseptic techniques and infection control protocols to minimize the risk of surgical site infections.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical techs, and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient and safe surgical operations.
What We Offer
As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Availability of short- and long-term disability
- Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
- 401(k) and access to retirement planning
- Paid holidays and vacation
Qualifications:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in LA.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an Operating Room Nurse.
- BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques.
- Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Commitment to maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- OR: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS (Required)
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person