<Company Overview>
Otolaryngology is a leading ear, nose, and throat medical and surgical practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients of all ages. Our team of highly trained specialists is committed to utilizing the latest advances in otolaryngology and related subspecialties to improve patient outcomes.

Job Overview:

OR experience is necessary

The Operating Room Staff Nurse functions primarily as a professional operating room

nurse in the surgery center and assists as needed in other areas (pre-op and recovery)

to assure the highest level of perioperative care for each patient. The position is under

the supervision of the Director of Nursing/Administrator and involves good

communication skills with all areas of the center and a thorough knowledge of

procedures, equipment, and medications used in the OR.

Position Scope:

The position’s responsibilities encompass several areas and include providing a

standard of excellence in the care of the patient before, during, and after surgical

intervention, respecting the rights of the patient as an individual, confidentiality of patient

information, and providing nursing care which is in keeping with the physician’s plan of

care.

Position Functions:

1. Patient Care – Maintains quality care on the Operating Room. Possesses

knowledge of perioperative nursing and is able to apply it to the ambulatory

surgery setting.

2. Communication – Interacts favorably with the patient, the patient’s family,

physicians, and co-workers in a professional manner.

3. Problem Solving – Anticipates possible critical events and has prior provisions

ready to deal with such events. Deals with personnel problems through proper

channels.

4. Teaching – Provides patient teaching through pre-operative visits and whenever

possible during the operative stay. Assists with the orientation of new personnel.

5. Inventory Control – Evaluates and upgrades equipment and supplies in order to

provide safety and the best possible patient care. Observes proper ordering and

storing of supplies.

6. Infection Control – Ensures that infection control procedures are followed.

7. Patient Safety – Ensures patient safety throughout procedures.

8. Patient Advocate – Functions as patient advocate during facility stay.

Education and Experience:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Virginia license as Registered Nurse (RN) and have had at least two (2) years experience in an operating room. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of general nursing and the principles and practices of OR nursing.

Work Location: In person

Education and Experience:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Virginia license as Registered Nurse (RN) and have had at least two (2) years experience in an operating room. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of general nursing and the principles and practices of OR nursing.

Work Location: In person