Memorial Hermann Surgery Center, Southwest

Position Responsibilities:

• Understands the Mission Statement of Memorial Surgery Center Southwest and carries out that Mission.
• Determines data collection based on the patient's condition or needs as related to the proposed interventions.
• Addresses the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual needs/responses of the patient.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks and flexibility as job priorities change.
• Demonstrates a positive can-do attitude.
• Work is accurate and complete.
• Demonstrates knowledge and follows AORN standards.
• Functions as a team member
• Completes initial and annual competencies as required.
• Maintains licenses and certifications.
• Adheres to dress code, attendance punctuality, meal break and rest periods.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Attends required department and hospital meetings.
• Assumes responsibilit for continuing education requrements

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Qualifications

• - Graduate of accredited school or professional nursing.
• - Three (1) years experience in surgery.
• - Current Texas RN License
• - BLS, ACLS and PALS required
• - CNOR preferred
• - Critical thinking skills.
• - Excellent communication skills with staff, physicians, patients and families.
• Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures specific to the operating room.
• Clinically proficient in OR nursing skills, demonstrating knowledge of the developmental needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.