Registered Nurse - OR
Westminster-MD-21157-United States
Registered Nurse – Operating Room
Location: Carroll Hospital, Westminster, MD
Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift
About Us:
Carroll Hospital, a LifeBridge Health Center, is committed to providing exceptional surgical care with a focus on safety, compassion, and clinical excellence. Join our dynamic team in the Operating Room and be part of an environment that supports professional growth, collaboration, and innovation.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Operating Room team. The OR RN will be responsible for delivering safe, patient-centered care during the perioperative process, ensuring surgical excellence and adherence to hospital policies and AORN standards. This role requires critical thinking, clinical judgment, and a strong commitment to patient advocacy.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collect and document health data while maintaining patient privacy.
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Apply the nursing process and principles of growth and development to all aspects of surgical care.
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
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Promote a therapeutic and safe environment, including adherence to SCIP guidelines and universal protocols.
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Ensure correct site surgery and prevent hospital-acquired infections using strict aseptic techniques.
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Safely administer and document medications per CHC policy, following the 5 Rights and surgical labeling standards.
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Actively participate in patient flow and case turnover to maintain efficient surgical services.
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Use sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving in patient care decisions.
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Serve as a mentor or preceptor, sharing knowledge and supporting team development.
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Prepare for surgical cases by gathering necessary equipment, medications, and supplies in a timely and accurate manner.
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Scrub and circulate for a wide range of surgical cases.
Requirements:
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Current Maryland RN license (Board of Nursing).
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BLS Provider certification (American Heart Association).
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Ability to scrub and circulate a majority of surgical case preferred
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Acute care experience in telemetry preferred.
Why Join Carroll Hospital?
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Competitive pay
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Sign-on bonus eligible
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Excellent retirement and benefits package
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Clinical ladder advancement opportunities
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Tuition reimbursement
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Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on patient safety and professional development
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