Who We Are
At Panorama Eyecare, we are not just a team; we are a community of dedicated professionals united in our quest to provide the best eyecare anywhere. Our unflinching commitment to excellence and our core values are what make us an Employer of Choice. Join us in shaping the future of eyecare as we thrive together!
The Position
As a Registered Nurse - Operating Room / Circulator at Panorama Eyecare, you will play a pivotal role in our mission to deliver the best eyecare. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values Partnership, Engagement, Excellence, and Stewardship. Together, we create an environment where mutual respect is at the forefront, equipping you with the tools, training, and empowerment necessary to excel in your role.
The Role
The Registered Nurse - Operating Room / Circulator works collaboratively with the entire perioperative professional team to meet the patients needs, and is accountable for the outcomes resulting from the nursing care provided during the operative or procedure phase of the patients stay.
Major Responsibilities:
- Consistently demonstrates a high level of customer service in a compassionate, caring manner.
- Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used in according to accepted standards of practice.
- Immediately reports any unusual occurrences to OR Manager or Director, documents the occurrence in a timely fashion per policy.
- Assists in gathering proper supplies and equipment for surgical procedures. Maintaining a neat and orderly environment.
- Performs circulating duties with efficiency for all specialties of the ASC.
- Positions patient for safety and comfort, adjusts table as needed and prepares operative site.
- Monitors for breaks in aseptic technique.
- Assists with postoperative medications and dressings. Maintains accurate documentation of nursing interventions.
- Assists anesthesia provider with intubation and extubation of the patient.
- Identifies potential or actual risks to patients/others and takes action to eliminate or minimize risks and maximize safety.
- Assists in stocking and ordering of medications in the OR and by anesthesia.
- Handles specimens according to policy and procedure.
- Updates physician preference cards as needed.
- Facilitates efficient flow of patients and surgeries.
- Communicates changes to appropriate personnel.
- Actively pursues continuing education.
- Provides education and support to patients.
- Operates and troubleshoots problems of equipment and machines. Notifies appropriate personnel of equipment/instruments in need of replacement or repair.
- Takes an active role on committees within the department.
- Operates and troubleshoots problems of equipment and machines.
- Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
- Must have flexibility in the job duties and work schedule.
- Participates in all mandatory staff meetings.
