Purpose
The Registered Nurse Circulator assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the Operating Room during surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
- The Registered Nurse will possess the ability to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and accurately document nursing care for the patient in surgery.
- The Registered Nurse will provide age-specific care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population in surgery.
- Coordinates all aspects of nursing care with all disciplines of the surgical team to achieve defined patient outcomes.
- Provides safe environment for patients in surgery.
- The Registered Nurse must possess the skill to provide appropriate education to the patient and family regarding the surgical procedure.
- Displays excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families, co-workers and physicians.
- Practices within the guidelines of Louisiana State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act and AORN guidelines.
- Complies with the policy and procedures set forth by the Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge and all applicable regulatory bodies.
Completion of an approved nursing program, as evident by current RN licensure.
Experience
1-2 years of OR experience required.
Required Licenses and Certifications
- Current LA Registered Nurse license
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
Preferred Certifications
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- CNOR
Skills Required
- Graduation from an approved nursing program
- 1-2 years of operating room (OR) experience
- Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
- CNOR certification
What We Do
Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge, LLC is a specialty hospital dedicated to providing patient-centered care through innovative medical technology. The facility offers a wide range of surgical and medical services, including inpatient care, imaging, lithotripsy, and retail pharmacy services. Their mission is to consistently improve standards of care by delivering superior, cost-effective, and convenient services for both patients and physicians.
