Using critical thinking and decision- making skills, provide ongoing assessment, evaluation and documentation of patient care. Perform all responsibilities for patient care in the Operating Room and transition patients to the next level of care whether to a critical care or PACU unit.
Job Function 01: Assessment skills: Participates in the daily operation of the pre-operative environment: Has competent knowledge of all the normal stages of growth and development from Pediatric to Geriatric and delivers patient care appropriately. Performs thorough assessments that are systematic, comprehensive and accurate. Performs assignments in a self-directed manner using time management skills to maximize productivity. Remains positive and focused despite obstacles and setbacks. Assumes responsibility for deficiencies and follows through ensuring medical record is complete. Reviews charts and assessment and reports any abnormal findings to the Physician. Utilizes the appropriate scales in regard to fall prevention, skin breakdown, pain management and cultural/educational needs of the patient. Effectively assesses the potential discharge needs of the patient+/or family and acts upon these needs accordingly. Assumes responsibility as room/desk coordinator as assigned.
Job Function 02: Clinical Skills. Consistently demonstrates competent clinical skills: Performs direct patient care activities in support of patient care delivery and team concept. Provides competent and appropriate nursing care to the population of the unit. Demonstrates knowledge and skill of emergency equipment and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of medication administration according to hospital policy. Analyzes situations critically and makes effective clinical decisions which reflect an integration of nursing knowledge and available resources (actual and potential problems). Coordinates, evaluates and completes patient/family teaching. Identifies and reports all risk management issues in a timely manner Recognizes emergency situations and responds appropriately.
Job Function 03: Functions in assigned scrub/circulating role with knowledge of multi-specialty surgical procedures, instrumentation, and individual surgeon preferences. Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment and their function ensuring the equipment is being used for the appropriate means and is in functioning order. Provides support for maintaining specialty instrumentation, supplies and equipment reporting deficiencies and malfunctions immediately. Demonstrates attention to healthcare cost containment when opening cases, communicating with scrub to open only required items. Facilitates the universal protocol ensuring all requirements are met. Constantly applies principles of appropriate body alignment during positioning and procedure. Assists anesthesiologist during patient induction paying attention to any safety concerns. Delegates tasks to the appropriate team member based on level of skill and competency.
Job Function 04: Maintains complete and accurate documentation and patient charges. Demonstrates knowledge of documentation and charging guidelines. Consistently collects and completes all required documentation (i.e. Nursing notes, Implant log, Autoclave tapes, Specimen logs) Assists the department by making appropriate changes in the Surgeons Resource Maps and Pick tickets.
Job Function 05: Demonstrates professional practice responsibilities. Functions as a resource and provides support to staff members to resolve patient care concerns/issues. Attends clinical and professional workshops. Self-directed in knowledge and skill gaps and takes active role in obtaining appropriate education and/or training. Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility in meeting staffing needs of the unit. Actively participates in cost containment through effective use of supplies and resources. Regularly attends mandatory meetings and keeps current with changes in unit functions and activities by checking emails, reading communication books/boards and flip charts, in a timely manner. Clinically practices consistently and effectively with the ultimate goal of improving patient satisfaction
Job Function 06: Maintains a safe environment. Demonstrates use of safe transfer techniques and proper body mechanics for self, staff, patients and their families. Assures safety in patient positioning. Understands, demonstrates, and applies principles of aseptic techniques. Utilizes standard precautions in clinical setting. Protects self and others by consistently adhering to safety practices (i.e. Wears gloves, eye protection, X-ray gowns/shields) Demonstrates knowledge of system and hospital policies and procedures and maintains AORN standards of practice at all times (i.e. Directs and assists in accounting for all sponges, needles, and instruments, disposes patient specimens in the appropriate manner). Consistently follows the National Patient Safety Goals and other regulatory standards.
Job Function 07: Participates in the daily operations of the OR adhering to established Standards of Patient Care. Communicates effectively to Desk Charge/OR Coordinator as to case progress, permitting scheduling decisions to be made on information provided. Assures efficient turnover between cases based on complexity of procedure while utilizing organizational and priority skills. Anticipates and provides proper instrumentation, supplies and equipment for individual surgeons and surgical procedures. Communicate and/or completes necessary changes on the preference cards. Accepts responsibility in a professional manner for deficiencies and follows through on obtaining the necessary items required to perform the surgery in a timely manner. Communicates unresolved issues with appropriate team members in an effort to prevent delays and satisfy customer requests. Remains positive and focused despite obstacles and/or setbacks. Identifies opportunities for positive change and follows through on approved suggestions that are implemented for unit improvements. Contributes to a team environment by supporting their peers and co-workers, discussing issues in the appropriate arena and in a professional manner. Demonstrates initiative and good work ethics, especially during down times.
Other Tasks Which May be required: Assignments that meet the needs of the department
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At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
Located in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, Chilton Medical Center has been ranked the top mid-sized hospital in NJ for six years in a row, according to Castle Connolly. The Leapfrog Group gave us an "A" Hospital Safety Grade and we've received the Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. In addition, The Joint Commission recognized us as a Primary Stroke Center. We were awarded the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite. We achieved Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. ANCC’s Magnet Recognition Program® identifies superior quality in nursing care and is the highest national honor for nursing excellence.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Atlantic Health is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the New York metropolitan area. Headquartered in Morristown, NJ, we are a leading non-profit health care system, powered by a passionate workforce of 24,000 team members dedicated to building healthier communities. Atlantic Health serves more than half the state of New Jersey, including 14 counties and 7.5 million people and provides care for the full continuum of health needs across a wide array of settings, including dozens of outpatient and urgent care locations, Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute, Atlantic Health Goryeb Children’s Hospital, Atlantic Visiting Nurse and Atlantic Mobile Health. Our acute care hospitals include:
• Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, Freehold, NJ
We receive awards and recognitions for our extraordinary care and our supportive workplace culture. Below are just a few of our accolades:
• 100 Best Companies to Work For® - Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine for 16 years
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine
• America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care: Newsweek
• America’s Greatest Workplace for Women, Gen Z and Inclusion and Diversity: Newsweek
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare – Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare – Becker’s Healthcare
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 – AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• System for Change Award from Practice Greenhealth
