Job Title
Operation Theatre Nurse / OT Nurse / Perioperative Nurse
Key Responsibilities 1. Pre-Operative Duties
- Prepare the operating room (sterilization, equipment setup)
- Check surgical instruments and supplies
- Verify patient identity and surgical procedure
- Assist in positioning and preparing the patient
- Ensure consent forms and documentation are complete
2. Intra-Operative Duties
- Assist surgeons during procedures
- Maintain sterile environment
- Handle surgical instruments (Scrub Nurse role)
- Monitor patient’s vital signs (Circulating Nurse role)
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after surgery
3. Post-Operative Duties
- Assist in transferring patient to recovery room
- Monitor immediate post-surgery condition
- Document procedure details
- Ensure proper cleaning and sterilization of OT
Required Qualifications
- Diploma / B.Sc Nursing
- Registered Nurse (RN) license
- OT/Perioperative training (preferred)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (preferred)
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of surgical procedures
- Sterilization and infection control expertise
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Quick decision-making ability
Work Environment
- Hospitals
- Surgical centers
- Emergency trauma units
- Specialty clinics (cardiac, orthopedic, neuro, etc.)
Salary (Varies by Country & Experience)
- Entry Level: Moderate range
- Experienced OT Nurse: Higher salary with specialization
- Additional pay for night shifts/emergency duties
If you’d like, I can also provide:
- Resume sample for OT Nurse
- Interview questions & answers
- Salary details by country
- Duties specifically for cardiac / orthopedic OT nurse
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹15,091.31 - ₹32,468.99 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person