Position Summary

Provides circulating and/or scrub nurse services in the operating room during surgical procedures and assists the surgical team as needed in any other capacity, according to established procedures.

1. Performs pre-operative surgical nursing care management. Performs nursing physical assessments, educates the of the patient and offers emotional support and evaluates patient needs.

2. Performs intra-operative nursing behaviors collaborating with the surgeon and other health care professionals for an optimal outcome. Assists the anesthesiologist when applicable, patient positioning, prepares skin and draping. Provide wound exposure and appropriate handling of tissue. Assists in controlling blood loss and suturing.

3. Performs post-operative duties appropriately. Assists in the safe delivery of patient to the recovery room. Communicates to appropriate healthcare professionals and family members.

4. Ability to provide a safe environment for patients requiring surgical procedures..

5. Demonstrates proficiency in scrubbing and circulating for surgical procedures.

6. Provides instruction to patients entering the surgical suite. Explains procedures to patients thoroughly, provides assistance when necessary, monitors patients� comfort, and alleviates anxiety during procedures.

7. Demonstrates ability to supervise ancillary staff in the management of the surgical suite. Able to direct transportation of the patient, management of supplies and cleaning of the OR suite through ancillary staff as necessary.

8. Communicates appropriately and effectively with co-workers, patients and the public, both verbally and in writing as necessary for work assignment.

9. Participates in QI activities for the surgical suite.

10. Demonstrates competence in the care of infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients (when /if assigned to these patients) relative to determining each patient�s age-related and other physical, psychological and cultural needs and carrying patient care activities.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.