You might hire an operating room nurse to:
Provide patients with perioperative care before, during, and after surgical procedures
- Ensure operating rooms are stocked with sterile surgical equipment, linens, and other supplies
Assist surgeons during surgical procedures by passing them instruments and other medical equipment
Prepare patients for surgery by disinfecting areas to be operated on
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Capability to assess patients prior to surgery and provide them with perioperative care | Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in nursing and valid license relevant to country of employment |
| Ability to prepare and properly sterilize surgical equipment, linens, and other supplies | Capacity for providing a high level of care under pressure |
| Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques | Experience as a nurse providing perioperative care |
| Comfortability to collaborate with surgeons, surgical teams, and other healthcare specialists | Cool-tempered with emotional stamina |
| Excellent organizational skills | Strong understanding of patient safety |
