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MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick, and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America�s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

SCHEDULE: Rotating, Per DIem

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the V.P. of Perioperative Services and the OR Nurse Manager according to established policies and procedures, the OR RN plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients of all ages, whose protective reflexes or self-care abilities are potentially compromised during a surgical or invasive procedure. Performs any other specialized nursing duties as assigned. The OR RN possess clinical knowledge, judgment, and critical thinking skills based upon scientific principles and evidenced based practice to address the patient�s physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. Practice follows all regulatory agencies including: The Joint Commission, Department of Public Health, CMS, CDC, and OSHA.

The OR RN ensures a safe environment for patients and staff and serves as a resource to healthcare team members. The OR RN collaborates and consults with Management, Service Leaders, physicians, educator, staff nurses, and technical staff to ensure patient and family-centered perioperative nursing care. Although the OR RN collaborates with professional and technical providers, the OR RN is accountable for patent outcomes resulting from the nursing care provide during a surgical or invasive procedure.

ONBOARDING PROCESS: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree
• Current RN licensure in the state of Massachusetts
• Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) preferred
• BLS â�� American Heart Association
• Ability to arrive with 30 minutes when called in for an emergent or urgent procedure
• Three years of related nursing experience preferred

Job Keywords:

Registered Nurse, Nurse, RN, Perioperative, Operating Room, Surgical RN, Surgical Nurse, OR Nurse, OR RN, Operating Room, Surgical Services, OR, hybrid, integrated, digital, general, orthopedic, neuro, spine, urology, cardiac, thoracic, robotic surgery, operating tables, surgical tables, orthopedic tables, radiolucent imaging tables, cardiovascular, pediatric, gynecology, gall bladder, plastic surgery, cesarean section, organ replacement, joint replacement, hysterectomy, heart surgery, open heart surgery, bariatric surgery, circumcision, bone repair, angioplasty, atherectomy, stent procedure, heart bypass, coronary artery bypass, craniectomy, gastric bypass, liposuction, surgeon, scrub, surgical blades, forceps, scalpels, CNOR, Certified Perioperative Nurse, hospital, acute care, ambulatory

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