Registered Nurse, Outpatient Surgery PRN

VHC Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for Outpatient Surgery on a per-diem basis. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care and supervising staff while adhering to hospital policies. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpretive and communication skills, along with a commitment to patient care excellence. Join a dynamic healthcare team where your contributions can make a significant difference in patient outcomes and experience a rewarding career in nursing. If you are passionate about nursing and looking for a flexible work schedule, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Nursing/Patient Care in an acute care setting required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for total nursing care of assigned patients.
• Supervision of assigned personnel and adherence to hospital policies.

Skills

Nursing Care

Interpretive Skills

Communication Skills

Management Skills

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Bachelor's in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Position Title

Registered Nurse, Outpatient Surgery PRN

Job Description Summary

Registered Nurse, Outpatient Surgery Per-Diem (PRN)

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The registered professional nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of their assigned patients. The RN is also responsible for the supervision of assigned personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with management and supervisory skills are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory or visual fashion is essential.

Education:

1. Associate's in Nursing Required
2. Bachelor's in Nursing Preferred

Experience:

One year of Nursing/Patient Care in an acute care setting is required.

Certification/Licensure:

1. Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required or Compact State Licensure in Nursing required.
2. BLS certification required.
3. Registered Nurses on designated units are required to maintain certain certifications. New to practice area nurses or new graduates have 1 year to complete the specialty requirements.

Specific Certifications:

1. ACLS: ED, ICU, CVICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, Bronch Suite, Interventional Radiology, Radiology Safety Nurses, Step down Units (3A, 3B, 4B), 6A, 6B, 7A, Labor and Delivery, Hemodialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Float pool, GI Unit, and PACU.
2. PALS: PACU: Pediatric Nurses, ED.
3. NRP: NICU, Mother Baby, Labor and Delivery.
4. De-escalation training: BHU, ED.

Per policy, ACLS or PALS cards demonstrate competence in BLS Skills per American Heart Association Guidelines. If an employee holds current ACLS or PALS certification, this meets the requirement for BLS in their job description. They do not need to also carry a separate BLS certification.