OR Nurse

Responsibilities Keeping patients and their families informed about surgical procedures Administering medication and using medical equipment under the direction of a surgeon Responding to sudden changes in patients’ health and managing occasional emergencies Keeping good records and maintaining patients’ charts Using basic math skills adequate for dosage calculations Working with surgeons, medical/surgical nurses and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op Standing for long periods, lifting moderate weight and working in environments where there may be infectious material Strong organizational abilities and the ability to communicate clearly and accurately Stable emotions and a professional demeanor when interacting with people from all backgrounds Qualifications A valid nursing certificate or BSN degree from an accredited college or university National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) certification Current vaccinations and a lack of communicable diseases that might endanger patients with compromised immune systems Careful attention to detail and an exacting approach to keeping charts and following care plans DIRECT HIRE #J-18808-Ljbffr