Registered Nurse - (PACU)

AmSurg Corp; Columbia (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee is a freestanding outpatient surgical facility dedicated to a broad range of surgical procedures. Our surgeons specialize in orthopedic, pain management and eye procedures and services.

We believe in compassionate medicine, where our focus is on each individual patient. Our experienced surgeons have dedicated themselves to caring for their Middle Tennessee neighbors and surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license to practice as a registered nurse.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred or required.
• Minimum of two years operating room experience or PACU experience.
• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative PACU nursing care.
• Collaborate with staff and physicians for patient care.
• Assist with patient movement and handling equipment.
• Maintain safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Acute care nursing

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Registered Nurse degree

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

The Surgery Center of Middle Tennessee is a freestanding outpatient surgical facility dedicated to a broad range of surgical procedures. Our surgeons specialize in orthopedic, pain management and eye procedures and services. We believe in compassionate medicine, where our focus is on each individual patient. Our experienced surgeons have dedicated themselves to caring for their Middle Tennessee neighbors and surrounding communities. When you walk through the door, you’ll know you’re in good hands.

We are currently searching for a (FT) PACU Registered Nurse to work Mondays – Fridays who can work cooperatively with staff and physicians and perform a variety of tasks. Responsible for the knowledge of principles, theories and practices of the nursing process and the ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals and to move or lift patients and equipment.

Candidate must demonstrate proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills, be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, have a current state license to practice as a registered nurse, maintain basic cardiac life support certification and ACLS, and have at least two years of operating experience.

Effective November 1, 2021, AMSURG’s Vaccination Policy requires all teammates, including clinicians and independent contractors, to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment or engagement. Regardless of position, all new hires must submit proof of vaccination and or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. This policy is designed to protect the health and safety of our patients, communities, and each other.

Must pass a background check and drug screen.

We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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