Description:
The operating room nurse should be a strong communicator with a friendly personality, and have the ability and physical stamina to provide a high level of care under pressure.
Objectives of this role
- Provide patients with perioperative care in procedure, operating, and recovery rooms
- Ensure that the operating room runs smoothly and is stocked with all necessary surgical supplies and equipment
- Develop and implement care plans for surgical patients
- Assist in the maintenance and storage of surgical equipment
- Evaluate surgical patients prior to surgery and in postoperative phases
- Communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of postoperative care
Responsibilities
- Apply aseptic and sterile techniques to medical instruments and equipment before, during, and after surgery
- Alleviate patients’ concerns by answering questions and providing postoperative care instructions
- Assist surgeon during procedures with duties such as passing medical equipment and monitoring patients’ vital signs
- Prepare patients for surgery by disinfecting their skin at the operation site and positioning them on the operating table
- Update patient files and medical records
- Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards
Skills and qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures
- Highly skilled at assessing patients prior to surgery and providing them with perioperative care
- Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques
- Ability to collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals
- Solid understanding of patient health and safety standards
- Excellent organizational skills