- Perform pre-operative, intraoperative and post-operative patient care. - Set up, operate, and monitor specialized medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, oxygen delivery systems, arterial lines, chest tubes, defibrillators, pneumatic and electrical drills/saw, prevaccum flash sterilizers, electro cautery units - Utilize the perioperative nursing process to formulate patient care plans. - Coordinate with patients and family members regarding disease processes and provides emotional support, as needed. - May be assigned as charge nurse of a particular shift and will assume the responsibility for promoting quality, cost-effective nursing care within the framework of the philosophy and mission objectives. - Performs other duties as assigned.