Registered Nurse Preop/PACU - Egg Harbor Township Surgery Center - Full Time

Atlanticare-role Description

TITLE: Surgery Center Perioperative Registered Nurse Pre-op/PACU

JOB CODE:

2057, 1945, 1948, 2703

EXEMPT:

NON-EXEMPT: X

DATE: 1/16

REVISED:

8/17 (Q)

8/20

02/24 (T, Q)

Position Summary

The Perioperative Nurse is responsible for providing exceptional patient care and family support throughout the three phases of the surgical experience. This position provides the physician members of the healthcare team with the equipment, supplies and support in the Pre-Op and PACU areas.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to team work and cooperation.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor's in nursing preferred. Current licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey required. BLS required. ACLS required designated by specialty below. Ability to effectively communicate with others and adjust to changes within daily schedule of activities required. Prior Ambulatory Surgery Center experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

Specialty

Experience

Advanced Certification Required

Preferred

Certifications

PreOP PACU

1-3 Years Critical Care Experience Preferred.

ACLS required; PALS required within 6 mos from date of hire or transfer.

• PALS will be required based on ASC pediatric population
• ASPAN preferred
• Certified Perianesthesia Ambulatory Nurse (CPAN),
• Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPN),
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, blood borne pathogens, including exposure to infectious

disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position works in a busy, noisy environment and has frequent interruptions requiring re-evaluation of priorities. This position requires standing for long periods of time, occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and walking short distances quickly.

The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership.

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.