Operating Room Nurse

Thorek Memorial Hospital is a stable community hospital with its roots in Chicago for over 100 years. We are committed to excellence in patient care, serving our community, and committed to the continued learning of our employees. We are currently seeking a *Full-time 1st shift* *Operating Room Nurse *to join our nursing team and our growing hospital. The ideal Operating Room Nurse candidate will have prior experience working in an operating room and can execute proper judgement in a fast-paced environment. *The responsibilities of the Operating Room Nurse include, but are not limited to:* * Provides efficient and well-coordinated direct patient care following the Hospital policies and procedures and standards of care as set forth by the state and federal regulations * Performs a thorough assessment of patient’s physical, psychosocial and/or emotional needs * Identifies and implements nursing interventions * Initiates patient’s discharge plan on admission * Monitors and reports patient’s symptoms, changes in status and diagnostic test results * Administers treatments and medication and serves as the patient’s resource on medication indication, dosage, frequency and side effects * Obtains consent for psychotropic medications and seasonal immunizations * Coordinates patient care with physicians and interdisciplinary team * Educate patients on discharge instructions * Coordinating follow up care and home care needs * Adheres to infection control protocols (e.g. CAUTI, CLABSI, VAE, SSI protocols, etc.) * Maintains accurate medical record through complete and factual documentation * Participates in the hospital-wide quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives * Prompt reporting of all types suspected and alleged abuse, adverse events, medication errors and all identified unsafe practices in the Hospital * Ensures patient safety and satisfaction *Job Requirements: * * *Must have prior 3 years experience as OR Nurse* * *Must have current Illinois RN license* * *Must be ACLS and BLS certified* * *BSN preferred* *Thorek is an Equal Opportunity Employer* Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person