Nurse
Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines
Full Time
Mid Level
NOTE: This is an in-country position.
Location: Davao City
Location: Davao City
The Operating Room / Theatre Nurse is responsible for assisting doctors in performing the surgeries for patients who are unable to pay.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Observe the aseptic technique to decrease the transmission of microorganisms to patients and personnel.
- Practice universal precautions on all patients.
- Implement and direct sterilization process for all operating room procedures.
- Participate in the sterilization process of surgical instruments and materials.
- Continuously monitor for events that may contaminate the sterile field and initiate corrective action when breaks in sterile techniques are noted.
- Implement the nursing process by assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating each surgical patient.
- Follow instructions for decontamination, sterile processing, and disinfection of instruments and medical devices.
- Provide a safe environment for patients and staff with regard to electrical, fire, chemical, radiological and occupational safety.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of the patient, procedure, and surgeon’s preferences.
- Document the recording of the nursing process in the patient’s medical record and complete all required hospital forms in an accurate manner.
- Assist with the induction and emergence of anesthesia and participate in an emergency with resuscitative measures if needed.
- Collaborate with anesthesia and surgery personnel to provide safe positioning for the patient.
- Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts per established policy and procedure.
- Identify and label drugs in the sterile field for use by the operating surgeon.
- Utilize supplies in a cost-effective manner.
- Cross-train on other nursing roles and duties and perform work in other areas within the Nursing Department, as necessary.
OTHER DUTIES
- Uphold the highest standards of quality and efficiency in line with hospital quality programs (e.g. Safecare, DOH, etc.) requirements.
- Ensure a safe and secure work environment by strictly adhering to infection prevention and control protocols such as but not limited to handwashing, wearing of PPE, etc.
- Commit to sustainable and eco-friendly work practices by minimizing waste, optimizing resource usage and actively participating in initiatives that promote environmental stewardship.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum Education Required: Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing
- License/Certificate Required: License by the Professional Regulatory Board of Nursing, Philippines, BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Minimum Experience Required: At least a 1-year experience as an Operating Room Staff Nurse
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of nursing
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, establish priorities and work independently
- Ability to handle confidential matters in an appropriate manner by maintaining patient and caregiver confidentiality
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