Operating Room Nurse (OR Nurse)

Remote

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OR nurses assist the surgeons they work with by managing much of the hands-on patient care before and after a surgical procedure. During an operation, they are frequently present in the sterile environment as part of the surgical team. They may administer medications and monitor patients in the recovery room immediately after surgery. It’s common for OR nurses to serve as the point of contact between patients and their families and the surgeon and other doctors managing their care. In this capacity, an OR nurse is likely to educate patients and explain complex procedures to lay people in plain language. They also commonly bring the questions and concerns of patients and families to the care team to ensure responsive care.

What does a Operating Room Nurse (OR Nurse) do?

A competent medical/surgical nurse needs to be flexible about working conditions and care about the diverse needs of patients. Their primary responsibility is to look after the needs of people with serious medical conditions, as well as those who are recovering from medical procedures.

Responsibilities

A Operating Room Nurse (OR Nurse) should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Operating Room Nurse (OR Nurse) should be able to execute:

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

Required Skills

A competitive Operating Room Nurse (OR Nurse) will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Strong organizational abilities and the ability to communicate clearly and accurately
Stable emotions and a professional demeanor when interacting with people from all backgrounds
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

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