Circulating nurse job description
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Example circulating nurse requirements on a job description
Circulating nurse requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in circulating nurse job postings.
Sample circulating nurse requirements
- Active RN license
- Certification in BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Experience in perioperative nursing
- Knowledge of surgical procedures and equipment
- Ability to handle surgical emergencies and complications
Sample required circulating nurse soft skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Team player mentality
- Adaptability and flexibility
Circulating nurse job description example 1
Clinical Management Consultants circulating nurse job description
This prestigious hospital is looking for an experienced Circulating Nurse OR to join a well-known healthcare system! This facility is located in the beautiful Seattle area, and will provide a wonderful work environment in which to grow and advance.
The Circulating Nurse OR will report to a highly experienced and seasoned Charge Nurse. Working with an exceptional team of Scrubbing and Circulating Nurses, Registered Nurse First Assists, and Surgical Technologists, the Circulating Nurse OR will discover a passionate patient care team and a department with all the resources needed to provide top quality patient care.
The Circulating Nurse OR will be working in a fast-paced unit with a tenured and experienced staff of 50+ FTEs, which sees over 15K procedures annually. The 12 Operating Rooms in this department tend to run on a tight schedule, and utilize some of the most cutting-edge technology in the Seattle Area.. This department offers a wide variety of procedures, from Labor/Delivery, to Orthopedic, to Cardiovascular.
In this position, the Circulating Nurse OR will be responsible for implementing comprehensive and professional care for patients in a primarily acute environment. This position will make proper nursing diagnoses, and then plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Additionally, they will treat emergency injuries, identify work-related risks, and perform proper documentation of all illnesses and injuries.
This hospital is a 150+ bed medical center that has some of the best healthcare providers across the country. This medical center has undergone over 100 million dollars worth of construction and advancement in the past few years, thus making it one of the most technologically advanced and modern medical facilities in the Pacific Northwest. The new Circulating OR Nurse will certainly feel at home in this amazing facility.
This Seattle Area hospital is located in a picturesque area, surrounded by mountains, evergreen forests, and the beautiful Puget Sound. This metropolitan area is known for its large tech industry, educational opportunities, and for its citizen's high quality of life. When taking some down time, the Circulating Nurse OR can take in a football game, head to a museum or visit several iconic landmarks, including the Space Needle and Pike's Place Market.
This is a great opportunity for an excellent Circulating Nurse OR to take the next step in their career, and join a recognized health system. This position will receive generous benefits and competitive compensation.
The Circulating Nurse OR will report to a highly experienced and seasoned Charge Nurse. Working with an exceptional team of Scrubbing and Circulating Nurses, Registered Nurse First Assists, and Surgical Technologists, the Circulating Nurse OR will discover a passionate patient care team and a department with all the resources needed to provide top quality patient care.
The Circulating Nurse OR will be working in a fast-paced unit with a tenured and experienced staff of 50+ FTEs, which sees over 15K procedures annually. The 12 Operating Rooms in this department tend to run on a tight schedule, and utilize some of the most cutting-edge technology in the Seattle Area.. This department offers a wide variety of procedures, from Labor/Delivery, to Orthopedic, to Cardiovascular.
In this position, the Circulating Nurse OR will be responsible for implementing comprehensive and professional care for patients in a primarily acute environment. This position will make proper nursing diagnoses, and then plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Additionally, they will treat emergency injuries, identify work-related risks, and perform proper documentation of all illnesses and injuries.
This hospital is a 150+ bed medical center that has some of the best healthcare providers across the country. This medical center has undergone over 100 million dollars worth of construction and advancement in the past few years, thus making it one of the most technologically advanced and modern medical facilities in the Pacific Northwest. The new Circulating OR Nurse will certainly feel at home in this amazing facility.
This Seattle Area hospital is located in a picturesque area, surrounded by mountains, evergreen forests, and the beautiful Puget Sound. This metropolitan area is known for its large tech industry, educational opportunities, and for its citizen's high quality of life. When taking some down time, the Circulating Nurse OR can take in a football game, head to a museum or visit several iconic landmarks, including the Space Needle and Pike's Place Market.
This is a great opportunity for an excellent Circulating Nurse OR to take the next step in their career, and join a recognized health system. This position will receive generous benefits and competitive compensation.
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Circulating nurse job description example 2
Surgery Partners circulating nurse job description
Job Title: OR Circulating Registered Nurse
JOB SUMMARY:
The Operating Room (OR) Circulating Registered Nurse (RN) acts as a patient advocate, providing continuity of care designed to meet individual patient needs through the collaboration with other members of the health care team. The OR Circulating RN supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the facility. Perioperative needs of individual patients will be assessed by the OR Circulating RN including pediatric, adolescent and adult patient.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assessment/Planning: Assesses clinical status while incorporating growth and development and psychosocial implications. Plans individualized care for patient/family while taking into consideration evidence-based practice. Demonstrates visual, auditory and tactile data collection regarding current and historical patient status. Organizes a patient assignment and is able to prioritize care and delegate when appropriate. Uses time efficiently. Identifies potential problems and communicates appropriately when needed.
* Implementation/Evaluation: Implements the nursing plan of care while incorporating evidence-based practice and the medical plan. Communicates appropriately with patients/family and members of the health care team. Evaluates the effectiveness of the patient/family's response to care given by the health care team and revises the plan of care as necessary.
* Documentation: Accurately documents and updates pertinent aspects of patient care (assessment, care plan, flow sheet, etc.) in the patient's medical record in designated areas. Documents unusual occurrences and provides appropriate follow through in a timely manner.
* Communication: Demonstrates effective communication skills as evidenced by being respectful, use of positive body language and tone, and appropriate eye contact. Able to adapt to the communication styles of others to accomplish effective communication. Utilizes active listening skills, clarifies understanding and asks open-ended questions to facilitate discussions. Communicates clearly and accurately with staff, patients, families and visitors regarding patient care. Develops and communicates teaching plan for the patient/family that incorporates the nursing plan and the medical plan, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Experience
Degree from an accredited school of nursing - Required
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Minimum of 2 years' work experience as a Registered Nurse (Pediatrics preferred)
in the Operating Room setting.
* Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification
Current permit or license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas
BLS and PALS required
(ACLS required if PALS not current, PALS required within 6 months of hire)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Operating Room (OR) Circulating Registered Nurse (RN) acts as a patient advocate, providing continuity of care designed to meet individual patient needs through the collaboration with other members of the health care team. The OR Circulating RN supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the facility. Perioperative needs of individual patients will be assessed by the OR Circulating RN including pediatric, adolescent and adult patient.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assessment/Planning: Assesses clinical status while incorporating growth and development and psychosocial implications. Plans individualized care for patient/family while taking into consideration evidence-based practice. Demonstrates visual, auditory and tactile data collection regarding current and historical patient status. Organizes a patient assignment and is able to prioritize care and delegate when appropriate. Uses time efficiently. Identifies potential problems and communicates appropriately when needed.
* Implementation/Evaluation: Implements the nursing plan of care while incorporating evidence-based practice and the medical plan. Communicates appropriately with patients/family and members of the health care team. Evaluates the effectiveness of the patient/family's response to care given by the health care team and revises the plan of care as necessary.
* Documentation: Accurately documents and updates pertinent aspects of patient care (assessment, care plan, flow sheet, etc.) in the patient's medical record in designated areas. Documents unusual occurrences and provides appropriate follow through in a timely manner.
* Communication: Demonstrates effective communication skills as evidenced by being respectful, use of positive body language and tone, and appropriate eye contact. Able to adapt to the communication styles of others to accomplish effective communication. Utilizes active listening skills, clarifies understanding and asks open-ended questions to facilitate discussions. Communicates clearly and accurately with staff, patients, families and visitors regarding patient care. Develops and communicates teaching plan for the patient/family that incorporates the nursing plan and the medical plan, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Experience
Degree from an accredited school of nursing - Required
Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
Minimum of 2 years' work experience as a Registered Nurse (Pediatrics preferred)
in the Operating Room setting.
* Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification
Current permit or license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas
BLS and PALS required
(ACLS required if PALS not current, PALS required within 6 months of hire)
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Circulating nurse job description example 3
Tampa General Hospital circulating nurse job description
OR Circulating Nurse - Women's Center Operating Room - 40 hours per week - Weekdays 6:30a-5:00p - (21000110) Description
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, Orthopedics, and Urology. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
*Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
Department Profile
The Surgical Services department performs over 34,000 surgeries and approximately 8,000 GI Procedures annually in 50 operating rooms in five locations on TGH's main campus. The five locations include the Main Operating Rooms, CVTOR Operating Rooms, Endoscopy Suite, 6K, and 4K. As a Level I Trauma Center, some of the most complex and challenging surgeries in the nation take place here. The main operating suite contains 21 ORs, which includes an integrated MRI suite, dedicated trauma rooms and a specialized Burn OR (in the Burn Unit). The hospital also has a pre-admission Testing Center, 17-bay Surgical Prep Unit and 29-bay PACU. The Cardiovascular Transplant operating rooms have nine ORs, including a state-of-the-art hybrid OR, Da Vinci Xi robot and nine pre-op/post-op bays. Also included in the other locations are eight GI (Endoscopy) suites, seven OR suites and 23 pre-op/post-op bays in 6K. The Surgery Center houses nine operating rooms and 27 pre-post bays. The 4K Operating Room has four ORs, including an IVF suite for embryo transfers and retrievals.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, following established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, delivers nursing care to patients. Plans and implements nursing care; documents nursing assessments; identifies and reports situations requiring further intervention; formulates and communicates goal-directed plan of care; assures patient rights. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital and principles of quality improvement.
Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida. BSN or if an ASN must have 1+ yr RN hospital experience and enrolled in BSN program; BSN highly preferred. Operating Room experience required.
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: Nursing (LPNs, RNs) Organization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayShift: Day JobShift Hours: 6:00a-5:00pJob Posting: Aug 19, 2022, 2:14:47 PM
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, Orthopedics, and Urology. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
*Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.
Department Profile
The Surgical Services department performs over 34,000 surgeries and approximately 8,000 GI Procedures annually in 50 operating rooms in five locations on TGH's main campus. The five locations include the Main Operating Rooms, CVTOR Operating Rooms, Endoscopy Suite, 6K, and 4K. As a Level I Trauma Center, some of the most complex and challenging surgeries in the nation take place here. The main operating suite contains 21 ORs, which includes an integrated MRI suite, dedicated trauma rooms and a specialized Burn OR (in the Burn Unit). The hospital also has a pre-admission Testing Center, 17-bay Surgical Prep Unit and 29-bay PACU. The Cardiovascular Transplant operating rooms have nine ORs, including a state-of-the-art hybrid OR, Da Vinci Xi robot and nine pre-op/post-op bays. Also included in the other locations are eight GI (Endoscopy) suites, seven OR suites and 23 pre-op/post-op bays in 6K. The Surgery Center houses nine operating rooms and 27 pre-post bays. The 4K Operating Room has four ORs, including an IVF suite for embryo transfers and retrievals.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, following established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, delivers nursing care to patients. Plans and implements nursing care; documents nursing assessments; identifies and reports situations requiring further intervention; formulates and communicates goal-directed plan of care; assures patient rights. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital and principles of quality improvement.
Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida. BSN or if an ASN must have 1+ yr RN hospital experience and enrolled in BSN program; BSN highly preferred. Operating Room experience required.
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: Nursing (LPNs, RNs) Organization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Scheduled Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayShift: Day JobShift Hours: 6:00a-5:00pJob Posting: Aug 19, 2022, 2:14:47 PM
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024