Surgical Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing activities related
to care of the patient experiencing an operative or other invasive
procedure. The Registered Nurse is a resource person and provides guidance
to non-licensed personnel. The staff member can expect to care for adult
patients, including the older adult through geriatric, and pediatric
patients from 1 month through adolescence. The attached criteria based
performance evaluation provides a specific set of standards as they relate
to age specific competency.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Minimum one year previous OR experience preferred
Current Texas License as a Registered Nurse
Current CPR
Certified in ACLS and PALS preferred or included in education plans.
Possess the ability to work independently and prioritize
responsibilities
Possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, families,
physicians, and employees.
Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures specific to operating
room nurse.
Clinically proficient in operating room nursing skills, demonstrating
knowledge of the developmental needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and
geriatric patient.