Location - Raleigh Endoscopy Center - Cary Location 1505 SW Cary Parkway, Suite 202, Cary, NC 27511 Job description: Recovery Room Registered Nurse Title Recovery Room Registered Nurse Main function Performs nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/postanesthesia period, assessing and documenting patient’s status upon arrival in the recovery room. Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered, monitoring patient and informing surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications. Duties and responsibilities 1. Philosophy a) Supports the center’s ideology, mission, goals, and objectives b) Performs in accordance with the center’s policies and procedures c) Follows the center’s standards for ethical business conduct d) Conducts self as a positive role model and team member e) Recognizes patients’ rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties f) Participates in center committees, meetings, in-services, and activities 2. Communication a) Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers b) Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner 3. Financial practices a) Uses center resources appropriately and avoids wasteful practices b) Reports wasteful practices c) Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements 4. Compliance program a) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization’s adopted compliance program b) Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures 5. Performance-improvement program a) Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted performance-improvement program b) Performs according to established performance-improvement policies and procedures 6. Safety/Risk-management program a) Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities b) Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to safety officer or other designated person 7. Professional competence a) Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences b) Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff c) Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations d) Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities e) Welcomes suggestions and recommendations 8. Duties a) Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel for management of the recovery room b) Organizes nursing activities efficiently, considering staff abilities when delegating activities c) Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care d) Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice e) Assists in managing inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the postoperative area f) Maintains order and cleanliness of postoperative area g) Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/postanesthesia period h) Assesses and documents the patient’s physical and emotional status upon arrival in the recovery room i) Documents postanesthesia care and identity of second person in the recovery room during the patient’s recovery from anesthesia/sedation according to approved policies and procedures j) Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered k) Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications l) Performs thorough postoperative patient assessment prior to discharge of the patient m) Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge n) Develops a plan of care for the patient based on the assessment data o) Reviews postoperative instructions and prescriptions from the surgeon with patient and significant other and documents in the patient’s medical record p) Informs patient and family about appropriate care and procedure to follow upon returning home q) Determines that patient and significant other understand conditions that require immediate care/method to obtain immediate care r) Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and promotes privacy and dignity Qualifications 1. Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians 2. Ability to promote favorable center image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public 3. Ability to make decisions and solve problems Requirements Required 1. High school graduate or GED certificate recipient 2. Graduate of accredited school of nursing 3. RN with active license in appropriate state 4. CPR certification 5. Evidence of leadership qualities 6. Strong ethical and moral character references 7. Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal and telephone communication in American English Preferred 1. ACLS certification 2. ASC experience 3. Computer literacy Job quality requirements 1. Accuracy 2. Attention to detail 3. Timeliness 4. Organization 5. Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks Dependability 1. Attendance 2. Punctuality 3. Ability to follow instructions 4. Ability to meet deadlines Physical/mental requirements 1. Ability to sit/stand for long periods; ability to walk 2. Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching 3. Ability to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds and position equipment and patients 4. Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities 5. Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs 6. Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems 7. Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills Working conditions (environmental) 1. Well lit and ventilated, with non-hazardous and hazardous equipment 2. Category I: involves occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materials Reports to Center Director, Charge Nurse Supervises Not applicable Contacts 1. Patients 2. Patients’ family/significant others 3. Physicians and physician office personnel 4. Center personnel 5. Vendors 6. Administration 7. Medical Director 8. Governing body Formal lines of promotion Charge Nurse, Center Director
Opening for an experienced PRN Operating Room Nurse in a free standing ambulatory surgical center. Center is a multi specialty center. Must have experience with scrub and circulating positions. Center has Pediatric and adult patients. Experience/Skills required : Graduate of an accredited associate, diploma or B.S. program in Nursing; Current license or eligibility for license as a professional nurse in the State of Maryland; At least three years experience in operating room - same day surgery or ambulatory surgery center preferred Must have skill in both scrub and circulating positions in the O.R. Experience with picking cases preferred Hours : Looking for PRN Hours 7-4pm Monday through Friday only NO Weekends or On Call Required
Opening for an experienced PRN Operating Room Nurse in a free standing ambulatory surgical center. Center is a multi specialty center. Must have experience with scrub and circulating positions. Center has Pediatric and adult patients. Experience/Skills required : Graduate of an accredited associate, diploma or B.S. program in Nursing; Current license or eligibility for license as a professional nurse in the State of Maryland; At least three years experience in operating room - same day surgery or ambulatory surgery center preferred Must have skill in both scrub and circulating positions in the O.R. Experience with picking cases preferred Hours : Looking for PRN Hours 7-4pm Monday through Friday only NO Weekends or On Call Required
Essential Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total endoscopy process Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management Supervises and directs patient care in the endoscopy room Verifies patient procedure prior to transport to procedure room Participates in time out in procedure room Uses safe surgery check list Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively Delegates activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability Addresses patient needs specific to the endoscopy procedure Transports patients to the endoscopy room, as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements Using two patient identifiers, identifies the patient and correct procedure, according to policy and procedures and communicates with the healthcare team Reviews patient’s medical record and needs to provide continuity of care, collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team; communicates variances appropriately to other healthcare team members Provides comfort and reassurance to patient Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity Explains procedure(s) and plan of care to the patient Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the procedure room according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure to includes, but not be limited to assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments Qualifications 1. Cooperative work attitude toward coworkers, management, patients, visitors, and physicians 2. Ability to promote favorable center image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public 3. Ability to make decisions and solve problems Requirements 1. High school graduate or GED certification 2. Graduate of accredited school of nursing 3. RN with active license in appropriate state 4. CPR certification 5. IV conscious sedation training 6. Endoscopy experience 7. Evidence of leadership qualities 8. Strong ethical and moral character references 9. Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal, and telephone communication in American English Preferred 1. ACLS certification 2. ASC experience 3. Computer literacy
The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee is a freestanding outpatient surgical facility dedicated to a broad range of surgical procedures. Our surgeons specialize in orthopedic, pain management and eye procedures and services. We believe in compassionate medicine, where our focus is on each individual patient. Our experienced surgeons have dedicated themselves to caring for their Middle Tennessee neighbors and surrounding communities. When you walk through the door, you’ll know you’re in good hands. We are currently searching for a PRN OR Circulator/Procedure Room Registered Nurse to work Mondays – Fridays who can work cooperatively with staff and physicians and perform a variety of tasks. Responsible for the knowledge of principles, theories and practices of the nursing process and the ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals and to move or lift patients and equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total surgical process Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management Supervises and directs patient care in the operating/procedure room Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively Delegates activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability Addresses patient needs specific to the surgical procedure Transports patients to or from the operating/procedure room, as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements Using two patient identifiers, identifies the patient and correct procedure, according to policy and procedures, and communicates with the healthcare team Provides comfort and reassurance to patient Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity Verifies planned procedure(s) with patient and discusses plan of care Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the operating/procedure room according to requirements of patient, physician, and procedure, to include but not be limited to, assembling and providing properly functioning equipment, supplies, and instruments Ensures the appropriate and safe positioning of the patient according to patient needs and planned procedure and monitors throughout procedure Administers medication(s) per order of physician, documents appropriately Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during procedure Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction, following policy and procedures Documents medical records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure safe continuity of patient care according to policy and procedures Confirms proper aseptic and sterile techniques are used according to accepted standards of practice Monitors and identifies breaks in sterile technique Verifies correct site, ensure all radiologic images are present, as applicable Performs time out prior to start of procedure, inflation of tourniquet, or incision Ensures a correct sponge, needle, sharps, and instrument count (as applicable to the procedure) Performs the surgical preparation Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills, be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, have a current state license to practice as a registered nurse, maintain basic cardiac life support certification and ACLS, and have at least one year of operating experience. If you are interested in working in an environment that provides exceptional patient care, please apply online or send resume to: Rachel Hollis, RN Center Director – Rhollis@amsurg.com ; Erinn Roberson, RN Clinical Director- eroberson@amsurg.com Apply Now! Come Join our Team! We offer Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Plus Work/Life balance by Paid Time Off Must pass a background check and drug screen. We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations. We are an equal opportunity employer.
