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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR Circulator

General Information: Job title: Circulating Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Rooms Schedules Available: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period or regular scheduled time; Monday - Thursday, 10 hour shifts, on-call rotation required Weekend rotation: Rotated on-call schedule Holiday rotation: Rotated on-call schedule Position Summary: The Circulating Registered Nurse position works in our progressive and fast paced surgery department, with a primary emphasis of duty that involves the management of the patient care in the operative setting and immediate post-surgery recovery. The Circulating Registered Nurse is accountable for delivering optimal service to patients, surgeons, and physicians. Position Responsibilities: Patient Assessment Verify patient identification, surgical site and relevant information Conduct thorough assessments of patients, including reviewing medical history, medications, and allergies. Collaborate with the anesthesia team and surgeons to ensure patient readiness for surgery. Circulating Duties Confirm and prepare the operating room with the necessary equipment, supplies, and instruments. Serve as a circulator during surgical procedures, coordinating and managing the flow of the operating room. Ensure adherence to aseptic techniques, infection control protocols, and safety standards. Postoperative Care Assist in transferring the patient to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) or the designated recovery area. Admit and provide care to patients in the PACU as needed. Provide thorough handover to receiving RN regarding the patient's condition and any special considerations. Patient Advocacy Advocate for patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical experience. Monitor and assess patients during surgery, addressing any changes in condition promptly. Communicate with patients and their families, providing education and emotional support. Collaboration Collaborates with surgeons, CRNAs, surgical technologist, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes. Communicate effectively with the perioperative team to ensure a seamless and efficient workflow. Documentation and Record Keeping Accurately document all aspects of the perioperative nursing process, including assessments, interventions, and patient responses. Maintain thorough and up-to-date patient records in compliance with regulatory standards. Quality Assurance Conducts audits as needed regarding documentation, charges, and outcomes. Demonstrates understanding of fiscal accountability by monitoring supply usage and costs at the department level. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Training and development Provides training and orientation for new staff. Perform other duties as requested. Position Requirements: Two-year degree in nursing required. BSN preferred. Must hold and maintain Wisconsin Registered Nursing license. RNs with an active Compact Licensure are to obtain a Wisconsin RN license within 90 days of start date. BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire. ACLS certification required or obtained within 12 months of hire. PALS certification recommended. CNOR certification preferred. 1+ years related work experience preferred. Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic surgical environment. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Intermediate proficiency with computers is required. Comprehensive nursing skills and knowledge of equipment such as retinal scanners, EKG, etc. Thorough understanding of triage. Understanding of lab procedures and equipment. Strong quantitative and analytical competency. Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. Stays current with advances in perioperative nursing and participates in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.