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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Surgical Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical nursing, with the ability to provide high-quality care to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. As a Surgical Nurse, you will be responsible for preparing patients for surgery, assisting the surgical team during operations, and providing post-operative care. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the best possible care. Your duties will include monitoring patients' vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients and their families about post-surgical care. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a compassionate nature, and the ability to work well under pressure. You should be detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of surgical procedures and protocols. A commitment to patient safety and a high standard of care is essential. If you are a team player with a passion for surgical nursing, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Prepare patients for surgery by conducting pre-operative assessments.
- Assist the surgical team during operations by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
- Monitor patients' vital signs during surgery and report any changes to the surgical team.
- Administer medications and anesthesia as directed by the surgical team.
- Provide post-operative care, including wound care and pain management.
- Educate patients and their families about post-surgical care and recovery.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
- Ensure that the operating room is sterile and properly equipped.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Participate in continuing education and training to stay current with best practices in surgical nursing.
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of surgical equipment and supplies.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations and standards.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.
- Respond to emergencies and provide life-saving measures as needed.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in surgical nursing.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Strong understanding of surgical procedures and protocols.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Compassionate and patient-focused.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficient in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving patients.
- Knowledge of infection control practices and procedures.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with surgical nursing?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations in the operating room?
- What steps do you take to ensure patient safety during surgery?
- How do you stay current with best practices in surgical nursing?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to respond to an emergency during surgery?
- How do you educate patients and their families about post-surgical care?
- What strategies do you use to maintain accurate and detailed patient records?
- How do you collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans?
- Can you describe a challenging case you handled and how you managed it?
- What do you find most rewarding about being a Surgical Nurse?