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West Chester, Pennsylvania
Surgical
Posted Jun 23
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- OR
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- No call
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Ambulatory Surgery
More role details
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- $8/hr below the median
The median for Operating Room in Pennsylvania is $53/hr, across 6 postings.
About this role
_*no nights, no weekends, no holidays, no call!*_
*Job Summary* We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Operating Room team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in surgical nursing and be proficient in various medical procedures. This role requires excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
*Responsibilities*
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- Prepare patients for surgery by conducting pre-operative assessments and ensuring all necessary documentation is complete.
- Assist the surgical team during operations by providing necessary instruments and supplies, as well as maintaining a sterile environment.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and respond to any changes in their condition during surgery.
- Administer medications and perform interventions as needed, including airway management and gastric lavage.
- Document patient care accurately in electronic health records using systems such as Epic.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educate patients and their families on post-operative care, including suture care and managing potential complications.
- Provide support for patients with disabilities, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the surgical process.
*Requirements*
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Experience in an operating room setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of ICD-9 coding is a plus.
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques relevant to surgical procedures.
- Experience working with geriatric populations is beneficial.
- Strong skills in airway management and suture techniques are essential.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities, ensuring inclusive care practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate effective collaboration within the healthcare team.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards of nursing practice.
Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional surgical care!
Pay: From $45.09 per hour
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Requirements
- Current RN license in state of practice
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Experience in an operating room setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of ICD-9 coding is a plus.
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques relevant to surgical procedures.
- Experience working with geriatric populations is beneficial.
- Strong skills in airway management and suture techniques are essential.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities, ensuring inclusive care practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate effective collaboration within the healthcare team.
Place
- City
- West Chester, Pennsylvania
- Median rent
- $1,731/mo
- Local household income
- $78,385/yr
- State price level
- 2% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Pennsylvania index 97.6, where 100 is the national average.
West Chester is a historic borough in the Philadelphia suburbs with a walkable downtown of brick sidewalks and independent shops. Home to West Chester University, it blends college-town energy with small-town charm. Nearby parks and Brandywine Valley countryside offer a green escape, while Center City Philadelphia is under an hour away by car.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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Turks Head Surgery Center is a freestanding, multi-specialty outpatient surgery facility located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health Division of Acute and Ambulatory Care, the center is part of a growing nationwide trend of surgeries…
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