Ambulatory Surgery Center RN - Part-time

Vance Thompson Vision; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual shoe allowance

401k with company contributions

Education Allowance

Wellness Program

Job summary

Vance Thompson Vision is seeking a part-time Ambulatory Surgery Center Registered Nurse to join our team in Minnesota. You will obtain medical histories, perform assessments, educate patients, and coordinate with the surgical team to deliver safe and effective perioperative care.

The role emphasizes patient care, teamwork, and adherence to standards in a fast-paced environment. Prior hospital or surgery center experience is preferred, with an emphasis on compassionate patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Completed an accredited RN program.
• Current, valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Experience in a hospital and/or surgery center.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patients’ medical history and perform physical assessment.
• Initiate an individualized patient education plan according to physician guidance.
• Observe patients, record vital signs, and notify physician of significant changes.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety and respond to emergencies per standards.
• Prepare patient for the anticipated surgical procedure including informed consent and pre-op assessment.
• Coordinate with circulating nurse, recovery room nurse, anesthesia provider, and surgeon to ensure safe, comfortable surgery.
• Ensure patient understanding of post-operative care requirements.
• Collaborate with perioperative nursing staff and surgeon.

Education

Accredited RN program completed

Current RN license in the state of practice

Job description

Why VTV

At Vance Thompson Vision, we take pride in being global leaders in vision correction, driven by our commitment to groundbreaking research, innovative technology, and exceptional patient care. With a reputation for setting the standard of excellence in our field, we continue to transform lives through better vision. We believe that exceptional care begins with an exceptional team. Be part of something greater—join us and discover what it means to create a world-class culture while making a meaningful impact.

Why VTV

At Vance Thompson Vision, we take pride in being global leaders in vision correction, driven by our commitment to groundbreaking research, innovative technology, and exceptional patient care. With a reputation for setting the standard of excellence in our field, we continue to transform lives through better vision. We believe that exceptional care begins with an exceptional team. Be part of something greater—join us and discover what it means to create a world-class culture while making a meaningful impact.

Our Core Values That Provide Our Foundation

• Caring - We are passionate, empathetic, and sensitive to the needs of our teammates, patients, and everyone we touch.
• Fun - We choose a positive attitude every day. We use humor as a way to create a less formal, less stressful, and more productive work environment.
• Committed - We are accountable and 100% committed to the Success of VTV. We are boundaryless; we are willing to take initiative to delight our customers, motivate fellow teammates, and improve financial results.
• Egalitarian - We play on a team where everyone is equal, where no task is too small for any member to step up and own inside and outside their functional area.
• Excellence - We are committed to doing the extra work to be outstanding in customer service, patient care, and team happiness.

Job Opportunity

We are growing, and we are looking for a part-time Ambulatory Surgery Center Registered Nurse to join our team!

You Are

• Ready to live out our core values in patient and team member interactions
• Good at managing multiple priorities
• Able to prioritize patient care
• Willing to continue learning and improve your skills

You Will Make An Impact By

• Obtaining patients’ medical history and performing physical assessment for assigned patients.
• Initiating a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or practice policy including patient and family instruction; explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation, understanding and alleviate apprehension.
• Observing patients, recording significant conditions and reactions and notifies Physician of patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents; takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient.
• Maintaining awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients; responds to emergency situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
• Being responsible for preparing the patient for the anticipated surgical procedure, including obtaining an informed consent, completing a pre-operative patient assessment, and performing any procedure or administering medications required to prepare the patient for surgery
• Communicating with the circulating nurse, the recovery room nurse, and the anesthesia care provider, and the surgeon to coordinate a safe and comfortable surgical experience.
• Being responsible for patient assessment and maintaining the patient’s safety in recovering from anesthetic and surgical medications
• Ensuring that the patient understands their post-operative care requirements.
• Collaborating with other perioperative nursing staff, anesthesia care providers and the surgeon.

You Have

• Successfully completed an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program from a university or technical school
• A current, valid RN license within the state of practice
• Previous experience in a hospital and/or surgery center

Investments In YOU

Vance Thompson Vision offers a full benefits package and competitive compensation, including:

• Annual shoe allowance
• 401k with company contributions
• Education Allowance
• Wellness Program paired with a Lifestyle Spending Account

Vance Thompson Vision is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture for all employees.