Registered Nurse; RN Ambulatory Surgery Center

Registered Nurse (RN) – Ambulatory Surgery Center Peoria, Arizona | Full-Time

Provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, specialized ambulatory surgery environment.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our ambulatory surgery center in Peoria, AZ
. This is a hands-on clinical role providing high-quality nursing care throughout the pre-operative, procedural, and post-operative/recovery phases of the patient experience.

The ideal candidate is a confident, compassionate RN with 3+ years of clinical nursing experience
, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center, outpatient surgery, ICU, Medical-Surgical, or Emergency Department setting.

Experience with
vascular procedures, nephrology, dialysis, or cardiac care is highly preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who enjoys a collaborative, procedural environment and wants to provide focused patient care in an outpatient setting.

Pre-Operative & Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including medical history, medication review, vital signs, and clinical documentation.

• Prepare patients for scheduled procedures and ensure all required information, testing, consents, and orders are complete.

• Establish IV access and perform lab draws and point-of-care testing as indicated.

• Obtain and monitor vital signs, including HR, BP, oxygen saturation, and EKGs.

• Administer oral and IV medications, including medications for pain, anxiety, and sedation, as ordered.

• Monitor patient response to medications and promptly identify and communicate changes in clinical condition.

• Provide patient education regarding procedures, medications, recovery, and discharge instructions.

• Communicate relevant patient information to physicians, anesthesia providers, and other members of the care team.

• Provide direct patient care based on daily staffing and patient volume.

Procedural & Intra-Operative Support

• Prepare procedure rooms and ensure necessary supplies, equipment, medications, and emergency resources are available.

• Assist physicians and the clinical team with patient positioning, preparation, and procedural needs.

• Provide nursing support throughout procedures and anticipate the needs of the physician and clinical team.

• Maintain appropriate sterile technique and infection prevention practices.

• Monitor patients throughout procedures and communicate changes in patient condition to the appropriate clinical team members.

• Follow appropriate radiation safety practices when a C-Arm is utilized.

• Assist with vascular and other interventional procedures as appropriate to scope of practice and training.

Post-Procedure & Recovery

• Provide post-procedure and post-sedation nursing care and monitoring.

• Perform ongoing assessments and monitor vital signs throughout the recovery period.

• Assess patients for complications and changes in clinical condition and elevate concerns appropriately.

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.

• Evaluate patients prior to discharge and ensure established discharge criteria are met.

• Provide patients and caregivers with clear post-procedure and discharge instructions.

• Communicate follow-up needs and post-procedure information to patients, physicians, dialysis facilities, and other care partners as appropriate.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Promote adherence to ASC policies, clinical protocols, and patient safety standards.

• Follow infection prevention and control policies and maintain a safe, clean clinical environment.

• Maintain accurate medication, narcotic, and clinical documentation in accordance with center policies.

• Follow OSHA, CMS, state and federal regulations, Joint Commission standards, and radiation safety requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, incident reporting, and other patient safety activities.

• Maintain competency in emergency procedures and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.

• Assist with opening and closing responsibilities as assigned.

• Participate in staff education, training, and competency activities as needed.

Documentation & Care Coordination

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in the electronic and/or paper medical record.

• Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, clinical staff, patients, and other care partners.

• Coordinate patient care and follow-up needs with referring providers and dialysis facilities as appropriate.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all applicable privacy requirements.

• Perform other…