Registered Nurse - Operating Room in Honolulu, HI

Job Summary: As a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room at our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of surgical patients. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality preoperative care, manage surgical instruments and equipment, and maintain a sterile environment. Your expertise and attention to detail will be essential in facilitating successful surgical procedures. Key Responsibilities: • Preoperative Assessment: Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to ensure patients are prepared for surgery, addressing any concerns or medical history issues. • Surgical Assistance: Assist surgeons during surgical procedures, including passing instruments, maintaining a sterile field, and providing necessary equipment and supplies. • Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical experience, addressing any concerns or changes in the patient's condition promptly. • Sterile Technique: Maintain a sterile environment in the operating room, including proper sterilization of instruments and adherence to infection control protocols. • Patient Education: Provide patients and their families with preoperative and postoperative education to ensure understanding and compliance with care plans. • Documentation: Accurately document all patient care activities, assessments, and interventions in accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards. • Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the smooth flow of surgical procedures. • Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergency situations during surgery, including code situations, while maintaining composure and following established protocols. • Equipment Maintenance: Ensure proper functioning and availability of surgical equipment and instruments, reporting any malfunctions or deficiencies promptly. Qualifications: • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in state of practice • Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in perioperative nursing or operating room setting • Strong understanding of surgical procedures and aseptic techniques • American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications required • Certification in perioperative nursing (CNOR) preferred but not required • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. • Access to ongoing training and development programs. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.