Registered Nurse

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

• Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and staff to provide effective case management.
• Supervises and directs patient care in a single operating room.
• Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively delegating activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members.
• Assists with supply, drug, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability.
• Addresses patient needs during admission to the operating room with attention to requirements specific to the outpatient setting.
• Identifies the patient and correct surgical intervention according to Facility policy and communicates with all surgical team members.
• Reviews the patient's medical record and needs to plan care with other health care team members.
• Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient; maintains patient's privacy and dignity.
• Explains intraoperative phase routine procedures and care to the patient.
• Performs the circulating nurse's functions adhering to approved operating room procedures for the scheduled procedure.
• Prepares operating room according to the procedure to be performed and patient needs.
• Anticipates needs of the surgical team; assists anesthesia staff by supporting the patient during administration of anesthesia.
• Provides continuity of patient care by communicating with other perioperative care personnel and documenting records appropriately.
• Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician.
• Documents patient care records and other forms accurately according to facility policy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within OR Nursing.
• Knowledge and experience in the perioperative care of surgical patients.
• Knowledge of specialized equipment used in the OR Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events or drills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information.

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