Registered Nurse

US HEART & VASCULAR; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular seeks a PRN Registered Nurse to join the Pima Heart and Vascular Ambulatory Surgery Center in Tucson, AZ. Key duties include reviewing patient records, educating families, assisting during procedures, and documenting in the EMR.

Requirements include BLS and ACLS, an active Arizona RN license, and a minimum of three years nursing experience. Outpatient surgery center exposure and leadership experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS and ACLS certification is required for clinical readiness.
• Current Arizona RN license to practice.
• Cath lab/vascular/EP device exposure preferred, not required.
• Minimum of 3 years nursing experience.
• Leadership experience such as charge nurse is preferred.
• Outpatient/ambulatory surgery center experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patients' medical records, laboratory results, allergies, and medical/surgical history; relay pertinent information to the surgical team.
• Educate patient and family pre-, intra-, and post-procedure flow—what to anticipate.
• Assist with circulation during procedure; manage equipment, supplies, and documentation.
• Document procedure and post-procedure notes in the EMR.
• Monitor airway, circulation, breathing, vital signs; manage pain and nausea during recovery.
• Coordinate and manage clinical trials; scheduling follow-ups for trials.
• Triage patient phone calls and relay information to physicians; assist in cost documentation and staff in-services.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Leadership experience

Education

Licensed RN in Arizona

Job description

Us Heart and Vascular is in need of a PRN Registered Nurse to join our team at Pima Heart and Vascular Ambulatory Surgery Center in Tucson, AZ.Responsibilities:Review of patients’ medical records/laboratory results/allergies/medical and surgical history; relay pertinent information to entire surgical team: surgeon, anesthesiologist, surgical tech, and MA.Patient and family education to pre-, intra-and post-procedure flow – what to anticipate before, during and after procedure.Circulation during procedure, assisting with equipment and supplies, and documentation of those items used.Documentation of procedure in patient EMR.Recovery of patients post procedure: Monitoring of patients’ airway, circulation and breathing; monitoring and management of access site care – checking pulses and CMS distal to access site.Monitoring and documentation of vital signs and management of pain/nausea.Review of post-procedure information with patient and family, with focus on normal post-procedure results/side effects and complications and when to seek medical attention.Management of Clinical Trials/Clinical Trial Coordination.Scheduling follow-up appointments for clinical trials.Triage of patient phone calls. Addressing of questions/concerns.Follow up calls to patients post procedure – address questions/concerns and relay all pertinent information to physicians.Management of Case Costs and disbursement of information to appropriate persons.Documentation of Staff In-servicesCoordination and management of quarterly Disaster/Fire and Emergency drillsManagement of Patient Sedation before, during and after proceduresProper documentation of and inventory of Narcotics and Sedation medication with assistance from Anesthesia group/MDInduction of MAC anesthesia and monitoring of pts intra-opRequirements:BLS and ACLS certificationCurrently licensed to practice nursing in the State of ArizonaCath lab/Vascular/EP Device Experience preferred but not requiredMinimum of 3 years nursing experience is requiredLeadership Experience such as charge Nurse is preferred but not required1 year of outpatient/ambulatory surgery center experience is preferred but not requiredWhy Choose Us?Comprehensive benefits packageMonday-Friday scheduleCME allowanceAbout Tucson, AZ:Tucson offers stunning desert landscapes, mountain views, and over 300 days of sunshine. It’s a haven for outdoor lovers, with great hiking, biking, and national parks. The cost of living is lower than in other Arizona cities, and the arts, dining, and community scene are vibrant.