RN - OR Circulator

Job Summary:

OR nurse – works outside the sterile field. Responsible for managing the nursing care within the O.R. by observing the surgical team from a broad perspective and assisting the team in creating and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Gather supplies for surgical procedure
• Assist the scrub technician to set up the room for a case
• Assess the patients prior to surgery and assess readiness to be taken to the OR
• Ensure the Time Out is preformed
• Assist with induction of anesthesia
• Assist with positioning patient on the OR table
• Maintain sterility of items before and during the procedure
• Circulate the room and document the case during the procedure
• Adhere to safety standards and precautions
• Ensure counts are correct
• Ensure the Post Time Out is preformed

Qualifications and Skills:

• Two years of circulator experience
• Excellent knowledge of sterile technique and surgical operation procedures
• NYS RN License
• In depth knowledge of patient safety and precautions
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Outstanding organizational ability
• ACLS and BLS Certification.
• CNOR Certification is a plus.