Job Description
Summary The VA Puget Sound Healthcare System is recruiting for RNs to perform duties in the operating room at the VA hospital in Seattle, Washington. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). See Duties below for more information. This is an open continuous announcement. See Additional Information below. Responsibilities Duties may include but are not limited to: Accountable for patient outcomes resulting from the nursing care for the patient undergoing surgical/invasive procedure. Assures the sterility of the surgical field is maintained and all instrumentation and equipment in play is used in a safe and efficient manner. Protects the patient from injury caused by chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal sources, and extraneous objects. Performs counting procedures to protect the patient from unintended retained surgical items. Participates in the Time Out process to ensure correct site, side, and level. Follows implant and tissue/tissue-based pro...