Job Summary
Provide direct care for patients before, during, and after surgery and/or surgical procedures. Role also includes responsibilities such as patient education, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse.
Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate our core values of being patient centered, team focused, service driven, accountable, and innovative every day.
Conduct thorough preoperative assessments of patients, including reviewing medical histories, allergies, and verifying consent.
Ensure that patients are properly positioned, sterilely draped, and receive appropriate surgical site verification in collaboration with the surgical team.
Prepare and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for each procedure, ensuring sterility and functionality.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive surgical records, including documentation of medications, procedures, and patient responses.
Facilitate effective communication among surgical team members, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical technologists, to ensure a smooth and safe surgical experience.
Act as the patient's advocate during surgery, monitoring their safety, comfort, and adherence to infection control protocols.
Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to emergencies, such as equipment malfunctions, changes in patient status, or other unforeseen events.
Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices.
Stay updated on the latest advancements in surgical techniques, equipment, and best practices through ongoing training and education.
Evolve in your role when performing supplemental responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements and Qualifications
Current NYS Registered Nurse license.
Minimum one year Orthopedic Nursing experience or related Rehabilitation Nursing experience required.
Basic Life Support certification required.
EMR experience required, MEDENT preferred.
Computer skills required with minimum proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Physical Demands
Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
Extensive standing and walking required.
Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.
Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards/physical risk.
The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.
This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.
Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
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