Perioperative Nurse (N2) - Adult Operating Room - Repost

Position Overview

Under the direction of the O.R. Manager of Patient Care, the incumbent is responsible for: promotion and compliance with the HSC mission, objectives, goals, policies and procedures for perioperative nursing; providing a continuity of care throughout the perioperative period, using scientific and behavioral practices with the eventual goal of meeting the individual needs of the patient undergoing surgical intervention. (Expected practice behaviours include assessment, planning, implementation of perioperative nursing interventions and evaluation.) In addition, the incumbent participates in continuing education activities directed towards personal and professional growth and development; participates in research activities that support and enhance perioperative nursing practice and in departmental Quality Assurance and Improvement activities.

Experience

• Current related perioperative nursing experience/training required or successful completion of an accredited program in Operating Room Nursing.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.
• CNA Perioperative Nursing Certification preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• CPR training at the Health Care Provider level required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Requires effective communication skills to facilitate decision making and problem-solving.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge in clinical setting.
• Ability to function in stressful situation.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative and assume responsibility.

Physical Requirements

• Good physical and mental health.
• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.
• Constant walking, standing, bending and stooping.
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects such as beds, wheeled equipment such as microscopes, compressed gas tanks, etc..
• Stands for sustained periods.