Registered Nurse (3536)

US Heart and Vascular; Arizona; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Monday-Friday schedule

CME allowance

Job summary

US Heart & Vascular is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse for our Pima ASC in Tucson, AZ. The nurse will review records, educate patients, assist during procedures, monitor recovery, and document in the EMR. Experience in outpatient/ambulatory surgery is preferred.

Required: BLS and ACLS certification, AZ RN license, and at least 3 years of nursing experience. Leadership experience optional; cath lab/vascular exposure preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Active BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Arizona licensed registered nurse required; state licensure in good standing.
• Outpatient/ambulatory surgery center experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records, labs, allergies and history; relay information to surgical team.
• Educate patients and families on pre-, intra-, and post-procedure flow and expectations.
• Monitor and assist during procedures; ensure proper equipment and supplies, document usage.
• Document procedures in the EMR and manage post-procedure recovery, vitals, and pain control.
• Coordinate with anesthesia and physicians; manage staff communications and follow-up with patients.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Arizona RN license

Leadership experience

Cath lab/Vascular/EP exposure

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Registered Nurse (3536)

Pima ASC - Ambulatory Surgery Center Main - Tucson, AZ 85704

Overview

• Position Type PRN
• Job Shift Day
• Education Level Associates Degree
• Category Other Positions

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-services
• Coordination and management of quarterly Disaster/Fire and Emergency drills
• Management of Patient Sedation before, during and after procedures
• Proper documentation of and inventory of Narcotics and Sedation medication with assistance from Anesthesia group/MD
• Induction of MAC anesthesia and monitoring of pts intra-op

Requirements:

• BLS and ACLS certification
• Currently licensed to practice nursing in the State of Arizona
• Cath lab/Vascular/EP Device Experience preferred but not required
• Minimum of 3 years nursing experience is required
• Leadership Experience such as charge Nurse is preferred but not required
• 1 year of outpatient/ambulatory surgery center experience is preferred but not required

Why Choose Us?

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Monday-Friday schedule
• CME allowance

About 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.