JOB PURPOSE

Perioperative nursing encompasses professional and clinical nursing activities which focus on identifying and meeting the needs of the surgical patient while applying the nursing process in a caring manner within the scope of practice as outlined by the NBLPN Competency Profile. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Operating Room Technician (LPN) is responsible and accountable for providing individualized patient care, having a working knowledge of Surgical Program philosophy, objectives and policies as well as ORNAC standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nurses
• Must be currently registered with the N.B. Association of Licensed Practical Nurses
• Minimum 1 year recent (within past 5 years) operating room experience or successful completion within last 5 years of an approved Operating Room Technician course.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers
• Ability to work between Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital Operating room and Oromocto Public Hospital Operating room.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated initiative and good judgment.
• Demonstrates accountability and responsibility
• Demonstrates effective organizational skills
• High regard for confidentiality and advocacy for patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, physicians, and the public
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Functions as a team player and a positive role model.
• Good work record.
• Neat and clean in appearance

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The role of the Perioperative LPN includes but is not limited to:

• Patient Advocacy: The Perioperative LPN responds to the communicated and the uncommunicated needs of the surgical patient offering advocacy, assistance, and support through their surgical experience.

• Continuity of Care: The Perioperative LPN provides continuity of care as the link between the nursing units and the operating room during the patient's preoperative, intra-operative and immediate postoperative phases.

• Focus of Care: Under the guidance of the Registered Nurse the Perioperative LPN plans and organizes all activities to meet individual patient needs. These needs become the focus of the LPN's activities

• Clinical Skills: The Perioperative LPNs clinical skills are based on standards, theory learned and hands on clinical experience. The scope of practice will be based on ORNAC and ANBLPN Standards in conjunction with Horizon Health Network Departmental Policies and Procedures.

COMPETENCIES

The specialty of Perioperative nursing requires specific competencies of the LPN. Each competency produces a matrix of levels, including,

• Knowledge
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Clinical Decision Making
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Teaching and Leadership
• Psychomotor Skills
• Team Skills

As the LPN attains a higher level of competence, it is her responsibility to work towards:

• continuous Quality Improvement
• Participation in In-services / evaluation of equipment.
• Participation in special project / committee work.

Interested? Apply Today?

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon's Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.