Operating Room RN
Baton Rouge General
Baton Rouge, LA
2023 - Current
- Assessed patients preoperatively to determine the patient's condition and prepared them for surgery.
- Provided direct care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in accordance with established policies, protocols and standards of practice.
- Performed sterile techniques including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping and positioning of patients for surgical procedures.
- Ensured all necessary equipment was available prior to beginning a procedure or operation.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Provided support and comforted family members before, during and after operations or other medical treatments.
- Identified potential problems, complications that may arise during a procedure, operation and took corrective action when needed.
- Managed inventory levels of operating room supplies ensuring adequate stock is maintained at all times.
- Followed infection control guidelines while providing quality nursing care in accordance with professional standards.
- Instructed surgical technicians on proper set up of operating rooms prior to each procedure and operation.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families and other healthcare personnel.
- Provided education about conditions requiring surgery as well as pre-and post-operative instructions to both patients and families.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams such as surgeons, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, promoting positive outcomes for each patient encounter.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.