OR/PACU Nurse

Qualifications

· Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent.

· Post-basic certificate or diploma in Perioperative Nursing or Critical Care Nursing (essential).

· Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) is highly desirable.

Experience

· Minimum of 5 years of post-registration nursing experience.

· Proven experience working in both the Operating Room and the Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit.

· Competency in a wide range of surgical specialties.

· Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

· Experience in an international or JCI-accredited hospital is preferred.

Pre-Operative and Intra-Operative Care

· Prepare the operating room with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies required for surgical procedures.

· Function as a scrub nurse (preparing and passing instruments) or a circulating nurse (managing the overall nursing care in the OR).

· Monitor and maintain strict aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures to prevent infection.

· Accurately account for all surgical instruments, swabs, and needles before, during, and after procedures.

· Provide direct assistance to the surgical team as required.

Post-Anaesthesia Care (PACU)

· Provide intensive nursing care and continuous monitoring of patients recovering from anaesthesia.

· Assess and manage patient pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms effectively.

· Monitor vital signs, neurological status, and surgical sites for signs of complications.

· Administer medications, IV fluids, and oxygen as prescribed.

· Ensure clear and accurate handover of patient care to ward nurses upon meeting discharge criteria.

Patient Advocacy and Safety

· Serve as a patient advocate before, during, and after surgery, ensuring their dignity and safety are maintained.

· Participate in pre-operative patient verification and surgical site marking processes.

· Respond swiftly and competently to emergency situations in the OR or PACU.

Collaboration and Communication

· Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anaesthetists, perioperative team members, and other hospital departments.

· Provide clear and compassionate communication to patients and their families regarding the perioperative process.

· Document all aspects of patient care accurately and in a timely manner within the patient’s medical record.