RN Outpatient OR Nurse (Pain Management) Job at PainPoint Health, Mishawaka, IN

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  • PainPoint Health
  • Mishawaka, IN

Job Description


Job Summary:

The Operating Room RN is responsible for circulating surgical procedures. The OR RN is responsible for montioring patient during procedures, transporting patient to OR, and verifying patient history/medications/allergies prior to start of procedure.

Compensation: $35/hr

Schedule : The Operating Room RN can enjoy flexible scheduling working mostly Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (schedule can change).

Specialty: Pain Management (primary)

Essential Functions:

  • Preparing the Operating Room to ensure operating room is clean, sterilized, and ready for surgery
  • Preparing patients for surgery, addressing their concersn, and evaluating them before and after surgery
  • Monitoring patients vital signs during procedure
  • Maintaining patient charts by proper documentation in EMR
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Ensuring OR equipment is properly functioning to provide safe patient care 
  • Demonstrates competency and effectiveness in performing and assisting in all procedures within the scope of practice, including the ability to obtain, interpret, and communicate information relating to the patient’s needs. Utilizes the nursing process in all aspects of the delivery of patient care and completes all activities according to established policy, procedure and protocol.
  • Communicates accurate and timely information regarding patients and their care. Records pertinent information clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with patients, family members and co-workers. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication. Acts as patient advocate in meeting physical and psychological needs. Demonstrates ability to recognize and intervene in stressful situations involving the patient, family members, or team members.
  • Assesses patient’s health status by collecting data via patient interview; performance of a physical assessment according to the plan of care, recognizing variances in the assessment which are normal/abnormal; reviewing patient records; consulting with other members of the peri-operative team.
  • Organizes a plan of care that incorporates physician prescribed treatments, nursing assessments and diagnostic data in a manner that is appropriately prioritized, timely, and integrated with the surgical plan of care.
  • Implements, documents and evaluates plan of care in a manner that manages identified problems, reflects observations of patient’s response to treatment, integrates physician’s orders into the plan, demonstrates appropriate prioritization, reflects collaboration with physicians and other team members, demonstrates knowledge of appropriate administration of medications and treatments according to policy, procedure and protocol. Re-evaluates and modifies plan of care, as indicated.
  • Performs all work with the highest level of patient focus and customer service, demonstrating friendly and courteous service, preserving respect and dignity, observing confidentiality, and addressing concerns effectively and appropriately.
  • Participates in performance improvement initiatives and assists in monitoring, evaluating and improving effectiveness of the center by utilizing resources in a cost-effective manner and assisting with the development and achievement of performance improvement goals and objectives.
  • Successfully completes programs as required of all facility personnel, including Safety, Infection Control/OSHA, HIPAA, Body Mechanics, Hazardous Communication, annual TB screening. Successfully completes annual programs including Body Substance Isolation precautions; Able to describe and locate MSDS; Uses proper body mechanics in all work situations.
  • Demonstrates appropriate judgment and decision making in role. Acts as patient advocate in meeting physical and psychological needs. Creates and maintains a safe and comfortable environment in which surgery can take place.

Qualifications

  • Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
  • Current BLS is required
  • ACLS certification is required.
  • Graduate of an accredited program in nursing.
  • Understanding and commitment to the mission, values, and philosophy of the organization.
  • Knowledge and skills to provide patient care appropriate to the scope of practice.
  • Ability to function effectively in stressful situations.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability and willingness to adjust schedule as needed to meet the needs of the Center.
  • Ability to work under supervision, as well as oversee/lead others.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to meet physical demands of:

  • Standing for prolonged periods of time (at least 30 minutes)
  • Lifting/moving heavy objects (up to 25 lbs)
  • Frequent exposure to patient care areas.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Job Tags

Part time, Flexible hours,

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