Outpatient Surgery RN - Pre/Post

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off, sick and vacation

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an Outpatient Surgery RN for Pre/Post care in the Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute. You will manage and provide nursing care to patients and their families, coordinating with the care team across shifts to ensure safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation, delegation, and evaluation of care within the professional practice model.

Qualifications

• 2-year college degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience desired.
• Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing.
• Current Ohio licensure or interim permit.
• Previous surgical center experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, coordinate, delegate and evaluate the nursing care of patients.
• Provide care to the patient and family, directing nursing care provided by the team.
• Coordinate care in alignment with the professional practice model.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Delegation

Team communication

Education

2-Year degree

Bachelor's degree desired

RN licensure

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Title

Outpatient Surgery RN - Pre/Post

Department

Ambulatory Services | Jameson Crane Operating Rooms

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Centers mission is to improve health in Ohio and across the world through innovation in research, education, and patient care. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patients involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization, The staff nurse plays a critical role in staff engagement , the patient experience, quality and safety, and cost effective care.

Position Summary

The Nurse is responsible for managing and providing care to the patient and his/her family, and for directing and supervising nursing care provided by other members of the patient care team. The Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, delegating and evaluating the nursing care of patients in alignment with the professional practice model.

Minimum Education Required

• 2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience desired.
• Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing.
• Current Ohio licensure or interim permit.
• Previous surgical center experience preferred.

Additional Information

The Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute is an outpatient surgery center focusing on sports med, orthopedics, and hand surgeries. The department has 6 operating rooms and 19 pre/post bays. We average between 18-25 cases daily, with hours of operation being 6am-4:30pm Monday thru Friday. JCSMI is closed on weekends and holidays. Our pre/post staff take care of 2 patients at a time, while our OR staff focuses on taking care of one patient at a time. All patients having surgery at JCSMI must fall within our scope of care to keep them as safe. There are approximately 45 staff members within the unit.

Location and Work Hours

Location: Jameson Crane Sports Medicine Institute (1004)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Background Check and Drug Screening

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

University Culture and Values

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence - and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.