ASC Staff RN PRN

Overview

Job Location:

KINGSPORT, TN 37660
Position Type:
Part Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Shift: Day
Job Category:
Nurse

The ASC Staff RN provides direct nursing care to patients by performing pre-operative assessment and preparing the patients for surgery in accordance with facility and organizational policies, meeting the standards of professional nursing practice, as well as intraoperative care and post-operative care. This person is accountable for using experience and judgement/nursing skills to plan for the appropriate care for patients. Consistently remains calm and applies judgement during stressful situations, always putting the needs of the patient first.

• Provide direct nursing care to patients, including pre-operative assessment, intraoperative care, and post-operative care in accordance with facility policies and professional nursing standards.
• Utilize the nursing process to care for patients and maintain knowledge of nursing techniques and principles to ensure complete and competent care.
• Ensure clear, concise, and complete EHR documentation.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare team; act as a patient advocate.
• Comply with safety, infection control standards/policies and with all center policies and procedures.
• Follow nursing standards and protocols; maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility in areas of assignment and follow pain management assessment procedures and identification of abuse/neglect.
• Adhere to OSHA Safety, Fire and Emergency Preparedness guidelines.
• Perform additional functions as requested by the Nurse Manager, including stocking and maintaining supplies, end-of-day narcotic counts, and patient chart reviews.
• Collaborate with physicians on orders and review lab values, EKGs, and x-ray reports; document care and charges accordingly.
• Provide prescribed medications and other pharmaceutical products in accordance with physician orders.
• Remain prepared for emergencies and utilize correct emergency procedures and locations of emergency call systems and equipment.
• Administer medications and perform treatments to assigned patients; participate in maintaining a clean and safe environment.

• Current, valid RN license in the state of practice.
• BLS Certification; CPR, ACLS and PALS certification required.
• Two years of PACU, ICU, ER, or OR experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Thorough knowledge to provide patient care appropriate to all ages and developmental levels.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills in department policies and procedures, with the ability to implement appropriately.
• Uses problem-solving techniques in resolution of patient care issues; acts as a patient advocate.

• Prolonged standing/walking; ability to assist with lifting and moving patients and equipment.
• Reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching as required.

• Regular exposure to blood borne pathogens, diseases, and infections.
• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals and radiology equipment.

Disclaimer:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.