Operating Room

In a dynamic environment, the Operating Room (OR) performs a variety of  procedures including open, minimally invasive, interventional and robotic surgery. We care for a complex patient population utilizing technologically advanced skills, that enhances safe delivery of care.

As a member of an interdisciplinary team, the OR nurse works along side members from different disciplines such as: surgeons, anesthesiologists, technologists. The OR nurse has a unique position that focuses on an individual patient during their procedure, allowing for optimal and efficient patient centered care.

The Operating Room provides an intellectually stimulating environment that allows for personal and professional growth.

Our Facilities

The three operating room venues consist of 33 surgical suites which include the following surgical specialties:

  • Cardiothoracic
  • Otolaryngology
  • General, Transplant and Wound Care
  • Gynecology
  • Urology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Plastics / Reconstructive
  • The TH6 OR consists of 18 surgical suites which include the following surgical specialties:
  • Cardiothoracic
  • General, Transplant and Wound Care
  • Gynecology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Oncology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Orthopedics
  • Otolaryngology
  • Plastics / Reconstructive
  • Urology
  • Vascular

Staff Quality

OR nurses need to possess the following characteristics:

  • Strong professional judgment and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to function as part of a team
  • Good time management skills
  • Effective and efficient communication skills
  • Motivated to learn
  • Previous OR experience or 1 year of med/surg preferred


Leadership

Nurse Manager: Al Aldea, BSN, RN
Nurse Manager: Kathy Allen, BSN, RN, CNOR
Nurse Manager: Patricia Donohue, BSN, RN, CNOR
Nurse Manager: Jeannine Rivera, BSN, RN, CNOR
Nurse Manager: Maria Fezza, BSN, RN CNOR