Surgical Services RN

POSITION SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse position is responsible for treatment and care of our surgical patients. They record patient symptoms, administer medications and assist with patient rehabilitation. The registered nurse educates patients and family members about medical conditions and provides emotional support. RNs work within the context of the surgical team to provide care to individuals before, during and after a surgical procedure.

• Starting wage of $26.50 - $28.50 per hour based on previous experience
• 6.5 paid holidays per year
• Approximately 10 days of PTO within the first year
• Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k
• Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

• Provide direct patient care to individuals in the pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods; collaborate with medical staff and other departments daily to promote coordination of patient care.
• Assure quality of care by adhering to compliance standards; following ASC philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients, friends, and families.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
• Protect patients and staff by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment
• Current certification in Basic Life Support
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support is required to be obtained within one (1) year of employment
• Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience in a surgical/operating room environment is preferred.

Physical Activity:
Standing for sustained periods of time, stooping, grasping, lifting, talking, hearing. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform each activity.

Physical requirements:

Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

The worker may be exposed to the following hazards:

• Anesthesia gases/agents
• Blood and Bloodborne pathogens
• Communicable diseases
• Hazardous waste
• Moving parts of equipment
• Sharp objects

Bachelors or better in Nursing or related field.

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