Ophthalmology Surgery RN – Fast-Paced ASC Role

American Vision Partners; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Eye care discounts

Child care assistance

Pet insurance

Continuing education funds

401(k)

Job summary

American Vision Partners is seeking an Ophthalmology RN for our Ambulatory Surgical Centers in Arizona. You will provide safe perioperative care, admit and prepare patients, assist during procedures, and help with post-op recovery.

Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and communication are essential. Requirements include an RN license, 1 year ophthalmology experience preferred, BLS, and a BSN is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN License.
• 1-year Ophthalmology experience as a Surgery RN is a plus.
• BLS certification required.
• ASC experience preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Detail oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Greets and admit patients to the pre-/post-operative area.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care using the nursing process and consider individual patient needs.
• Prepares operating suite for patients - monitor cleanliness, assemble supplies, instruments and sutures, check equipment for proper functioning.
• Assesses patient’s condition on arrival in surgery and provide physical or emotional support as needed.
• Assists Anesthesia Provider and Surgeon during procedures, maintaining a safe environment for patients and personnel.
• Evaluates, observes, and treats patients under local anesthesia.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of patients’ surgical experience.
• Starts IVs, gives medications, and prepares drugs and solutions per physician protocols.
• Prepares for and manages immediate postoperative care, including transporting patients to recovery room, communicating patient needs, and providing patient and family training.
• Assists in orientation of new team members and cross-training of existing personnel.
• Obtains patient history through interviews and evaluations, noting data in chart and sharing pertinent information with physician.

Skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Verbal and written comms

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate’s degree

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS Certification

Ophthalmology ASC experience

Job description

American Vision Partners is seeking an Ophthalmology RN for our Ambulatory Surgical Centers in Arizona. You will provide safe perioperative care, admit and prepare patients, assist during procedures, and help with post-op recovery.

Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and communication are essential. Requirements include an RN license, 1 year ophthalmology experience preferred, BLS, and a BSN is a plus.