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RN / OR Circulator - Ambulatory Surgical Center - Casual
#25-531
Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States
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Description
RN / OR Circulator
This position will work at a casual status of 8 hours per week
Come work where we specialize in you! We have nearly 2,000 reasons for you to consider a career with Prevea Health-they're our employees. We're an organization that values kindness, responsibility, inclusivity, wellness and inspiration. At Prevea, we provide continuous education, training and support so every member of the team contributes to our success. Together we are the best place to get care and the best place to give care.
Job Summary
The Operating Room Circulator Registered Nurse (RN) at Prevea Health is responsible for ensuring a safe, sterile, and effective environment during surgical procedures. This nurse serves as the primary liaison between the surgical team, ensuring all areas and departments are coordinated ensuring all necessary equipment, supplies, and patient care needs are met.
What you will do
- Maintains a sterile environment by managing surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment, and verifying that all necessary items are available for the procedure.
- Works alongside other OR staff to prepare the patient and the operating room prior to the procedure. This includes checking equipment, monitoring anesthesia administration, and positioning patients for surgery.
- Monitors patient status during surgery, documents key events, and maintains accurate surgical records, including consent forms and patient history
- Ensures that the patient is properly prepared for surgery, including verifying the surgical site, checking patient identity, and confirming surgical orders
- Acts as a point of communication between the surgical team and other areas, ensuring that all surgical team members are informed of any changes or requirements.
- Assists in room turnover, picking of cases, and restocking of OR suites.
- Assists with adhering to safety protocols, including infection control, patient positioning, and patient safety measures.
Education Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited and approved Nursing program RequiredBachelor's Degree in Nursing PreferredExperience Qualifications
2 years Operating room or nursing experience PreferredSkills and Abilities
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.Knowledge of organizational policies, relations and procedures to administer patient careKnowledge of medical equipment and instruments and administer patient careKnowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environmentSkill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient careSkill in identifying problems and recommending solutionsSkill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondenceSkill in developing and maintaining department quality assuranceSkill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the publicAbility to react calmly and effectively in emergency situationsUnderstanding of surgical protocols, sterile techniques, and infection control standards.Ability to interpret, adapts, and applies guidelines and proceduresAbility to communicate clearlyCapable of providing emotional support to the patient and serves as their advocate.Licenses and Certifications
Current and valid Registered Nurse license with the state of Wisconsin Upon Hire RequiredCPR certification- Basic Life Support & Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from an approved program. RequiredPhysical Demands
Sit - OccasionallyStand - FrequentlyWalk - FrequentlyDrive - RarelyClimb (Stairs / Ladders) - OccasionallyBend (Neck) - FrequentlyBend (Waist) - FrequentlySquat - OccasionallyTwist / Turn (Neck) - OccasionallyTwist / Turn(Waist) - OccasionallyLift / Carry 0-10 lbs. - FrequentlyLift / Carry 11-25 lbs. - OccasionallyLift / Carry 26-35 lbs. - RarelyLift / Carry 36-50 lbs. - RarelyPush / Pull 11-25 lbs. - RarelyPush / Pull 26-35 lbs. - RarelyPush / Pull 36-50 lbs. - RarelyPush / Pull 51-75 lbs. - RarelyReach (Above shoulder level) - FrequentlyReach (Below shoulder level) - FrequentlySimple Grasping (Hands / Arms) - ConstantlyFine Manipulation (Hands / Arms) - FrequentlyGross Manipulation (Hands / Arms) - OccasionallyWorking Conditions
Extreme cold - RarelyExtreme heat - RarelyHumidity - RarelyWet - RarelyNoise - OccasionallyHazards - OccasionallyTravel Requirements
5%Hearing Requirements
Hears WhispersHears Whispers 3-8 feet - ConstantlyVision Requirements
Color Discrimination - ConstantlyNear Vision (Correctable to Jaeger 2 or 20 / 40 binocular) - ConstantlyDistance Vision (Correctable to Snellen chart 20 / 40 binocular) - ConstantlyPrevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United State and to complete the required employment eligibility document form upon hire. Prevea participates in E-verify. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov / E-Verify
Position Located In
Green Bay,WI