ASC RN - PRN

Cataract & Laser Institute; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cataract & Laser Institute in Maumee, Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our surgical team. This role focuses on patient care before, during, and after procedures, with no night shifts or weekend requirements.

As part of our surgical unit, you will record symptoms, administer medications, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the team to ensure safe, compassionate care. ACLS/BLS credentials are required or obtained within the stated period.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to individuals in pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods; collaborate with medical staff and other departments daily to promote coordination of patient care.
• Adhere to compliance standards and regulations; follow state nursing acts and board guidelines.
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional support to patients, friends, and families.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to procedures and regulations; request assistance as needed.
• Protect patients and staff by adhering to infection-control policies and controlled substance regulations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect operations.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Infection control

Emotional support

Education

RN license

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Are you a Registered Nurse that has a passion for patient care? Do you have a desire to work in the healthcare field, and maintain a positive work/life balance without working nights, weekends, or holidays? We are looking to add to our growing surgical team!

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.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct patient care to individuals in the pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods; collaborates 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.

REQUIREMENTS

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 DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (per ADA guidelines)

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, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force 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

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