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RN Periop - Fulltime - Evening - WEST Float Team
Wellstar Health System - Atlanta, GA
Job Title: RN Periop - Fulltime - Evening - WEST Float Team
Position: Registered Nurse in the Operating Room
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City: Atlanta
State: GA
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Job Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, reviewing patient medical history, current health status, and surgical plan to identify potential risks and ensure patient safety.
- Educate patients and families by providing preoperative instructions, answering questions, and ensuring patients understand the procedure and what to expect.
- Coordinate care by preparing patients physically and emotionally for surgery, ensuring all preoperative testing, documentation, and orders are completed accurately and promptly.
- Support surgical procedures by assisting in all phases of surgery, including sterile technique, patient positioning, instrument setup, and maintaining a sterile field.
- Monitor patient status by continuously assessing patient vital signs, anesthesia, and overall condition during surgery, responding promptly to changes.
- Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure seamless surgical procedures, effective communication, and the highest level of patient care.
- Maintain safety protocols by adhering to strict safety practices, including infection control and patient identification verification.
- Manage post-surgery recovery, overseeing patients for adverse reactions to anesthesia and safely transferring them to post-anesthesia care units (PACU).
- Provide pain management by administering medications as needed, monitoring for side effects, and collaborating with the surgical team to adjust pain management strategies.
- Educate patients on post-surgical care, including wound care, activity restrictions, and signs of complications.
- Work closely with surgical teams, ensuring patient safety and optimal surgical outcomes through effective communication.
- Ensure efficient OR flow by preparing instruments, supplies, and equipment, and coordinating with team members to minimize delays.
- Support a culture of safety by advocating for patient safety, participating in safety huddles, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
- Pursue ongoing education by participating in relevant continuing education programs, certifications, and training in perioperative nursing.
- Act as a preceptor or mentor to new nurses and surgical staff, sharing knowledge and fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence.
Required Skills
Core Skills
- Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, surgical procedures, and sterile technique.
- Excellent critical thinking and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical staff.
- Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to patient emergencies during surgery.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality care, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills
- Certification in Perioperative Nursing (CNOR) or equivalent specialty certification.
Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a perioperative environment.
Education: Required: Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Preferred: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
License & Certification:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in GA or compact state.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Schedule:
- Not specified
COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified
Benefits
- Not specified
Supplemental Pay
- Not specified
Special Notes
- Wellstar's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.
- Supportive environment with a culture committed to excellence.
Facility Details
Name: Wellstar Health System
Description: Wellstar is a healthcare organization providing high-quality care across various facilities.
Specialties:
- Healthcare
- Surgical Services
Mission: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.
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No of Jobs:
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Apply Before:
09/23/2025
Posted:
06/23/2025
