PreOP/PACU RN - PRN Ambulatory Surgery Center

OSS Health; Enola (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) with profit sharing

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

OSS Health in Enola, PA is seeking a skilled OR nurse to join our ambulatory surgery team. The role focuses on planning, preparing and delivering a safe operative experience for patients, while guiding surgical technicians and contributing to goals that support nursing standards and quality improvement.

The ideal candidate holds a PA RN license, BLS (ACLS/PALS within one year), and demonstrates proficiency with EMR systems and patient care processes.

Qualifications

• Current PA RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification is required; ACLS/PALS within one year of employment.
• Experience in surgical, critical care or same day surgery is preferred.
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with EMR systems.
• Knowledge of OSS Health Ambulatory Surgery Center processes.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, preparing and producing a safe OR experience for patients.
• Provides guidance and supervision to surgical technicians.
• Maintains clinical competency in nursing practice and supports quality improvement.
• Coordinates with OR team to ensure sterile environment and patient safety.
• Documents accurately in medical records and adheres to regulatory standards.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS

PALS

EMR familiarity

Nursing process

Team leadership

Education

PA RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.

Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.

JOB SUMMARY:

Participates as a member of the OR healthcare team in planning, preparing, and producing a safe and effective OR experience for patients undergoing surgery. Provides guidance and supervision to surgical technicians and input in the development and implementation of goals and objectives to support the nursing process, standards development process, and the performance improvement process. Maintains clinical competency in professional nursing practice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the development and implementation of the patient care delivery system.
• Monitors patient’s physiological status during the operative procedure.
• Ensures appropriate patient preparation for operative procedure.
• Coordinates with OR technicians and surgeons in the delivery of surgical care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of operating room procedure and maintenance of sterile environment.
• Fosters a customer-focused environment for patients, visitors and members of the health care team.
• Assumes role of patient advocate to address the patient’s biophysical, psychosocial and cultural needs as evidenced by observation and through feedback of others.
• Consistently fosters an atmosphere of mutual respect and cooperation through communication and cooperation with all members of the health care team as evidenced by observation.
• Fosters public relations through positive representation of the organization.
• Develops and maintains personal and professional skills
• Delegates duties and responsibilities to support staff according to job description.
• Serves as a resource person to the health care team.
• Serves on committees and/or participates in changes of policy and procedures that affect the operation of services as documented.
• Participates with support services to promote a safe, clean environment, as evidenced by customer responses and regulatory inspections.
• Consistently adheres to OSHA bloodborne pathogen guidelines; applies universal precautions per Center standards as observed.
• Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
• Accurately completes incident reports within the shift of occurrence and immediately communicates critical incidents to the appropriate person per the organizational chart.
• Responsible for direct patient care and safety of patient during pre- and post-operative stays
• Assesses and addresses nutritional needs of the patient post-operatively
• Provides patient discharge teaching
• Documents clearly and thoroughly in the medical record and assists in the maintenance of patient medical records
• Administers medications in accordance with Center standards and federal and state regulations for medication administration
• Assists in equipment maintenance and trouble-shooting
• Assists in responding to any patient or plant emergencies in accordance with approved procedures
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, Center, and physician information; respects the patient’s privacy.
• Level II:
  • Functions in the role of float or covers charge role as needed to assist in managing the patient and staff schedule, working in collaboration with other charge and management team in decision making process and maintaining efficiency within the ASC day-to-day operations.
  • Assists in training newly hired staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Possess a current PA RN license in good standing or have the ability to obtain PA licensure upon hire.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current BLS certification required.
• Previous experience in surgical, critical care or same day surgery preferred:
• ACLS and PALS certifications or the ability to obtain within one year of employment required.
• Ability to use a computer proficiently and/or learn new software programs (more specifically EMR systems).
• Clinical knowledge of the nursing process and the ability to adhere to the process and structure standards of the OSS Health Ambulatory Surgery Center

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first day of employment
• Disability, and Life Insurance within 90 days
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan andprofit sharing
• Career Advancement Opportunities