Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Provides safe and competent intraoperative patient care. Actively acquire knowledge and skills specific to patients undergoing a surgical procedure. Practice strong patient advocacy role and diligence in the preoperative review of documents and verification of surgical procedure, site and other critical safety checks prior to surgery. Safely circulate in emergent and urgent surgical cases and collaborate with physicians and other members of the surgical team during surgical time outs and debriefing procedures. Enforces aseptic and sterile techniques to all aspects of patient care. Effectively and safely operate highly specialize OR equipment.
Requirements
RN with two years of preferred clinical operating room, ICU, Cath Lab and other procedural areas RN experience
Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas
Current BLS required
Complete operating room specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tool satisfactorily within 6-month probationary period
Achieve required UTMB Competency and Clinical Advancement (CCAP) points to achieve/maintain NC III level
Living in Galveston, TX
Galveston is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast, blending beachfront living with historic charm. The Strand District offers 19th-century architecture and local shops downtown, while the seawall stretches miles along the Gulf. It is a laid-back coastal community where island life shapes the daily rhythm.
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