Asc Prn - Surgical

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS include the following:
The required behaviors associated with the following competencies are outlined in the Competency Assessment form.

Standard I Demonstrates competence related to the application of the Surgery Center’s core values.

Standard II Practices all facets of health & safety.

Standard IV Demonstrates competence in performance of duties and responsibilities related to tasks, skills and procedures rendered to the clients served.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility:
Current State R.N. license and BCLS required, ACLS/PALS preferred. Two (2) years’ experience as a circulating operating room nurse preferred.

Eligibility:
All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

Interpersonal:
Maintains active professional relationships with physicians and patients by assessing needs and levels of satisfaction with surgery center services. Effective communication skills: oral and written. Above average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff nurses and technicians. Assists in the orientation and training of new employees.

Critical Thinking:
Above average ability to plan and implement patient care. Ability to make sound nursing judgement based on nursing theory. Awareness of peri-operative role of nurse in the surgery center. Medical records documentation is legible, concise and accurate. Assumes responsibility for competency and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education.

Knowledge:
Working knowledge and experience in hospital operating room or ambulatory surgery center nursing care. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized and cost effective manner. Monitors stock levels, outdated supplies and equipment needs and reports appropriately.

• Innovative:
  Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking.
• Enthusiastic:
  Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
• Dedicated:
  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
• Self-Starter:
  Inspired to perform without outside help.
• Ability to Make an Impact:
  Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
• Flexibility:
  Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals.

Two (2) years’ experience as a circulating operating room nurse required.

Current State R.N. license and BCLS required, ACLS/PALS preferred.

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