Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/Post-Op/PACU - No Weekends!

Wichita Eye Care Grene Vision Group; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eyecare Partners Surgery Center in Wichita, KS seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Pre-Op, Post-Op and PACU teams. This full-time role emphasizes assessment, planning, and documentation of nursing care in line with established standards and ASC policies. Direct patient care and a strong focus on safety are essential.

The RN will supervise care, ensure HIPAA compliance, keep accurate records, participate in ongoing education, and collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality nursing services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• One year of nursing experience in surgical/ASC/Pre/Post-Op/PACU or OR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and document patient care.
• Supervise and direct patient care in the operating room.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient rights.
• Document accurately in patient records.
• Coordinate with management and other departments.

Skills

Assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

HIPAA knowledge

Documentation

Supervision

Patient safety

Education

Nursing Diploma/ADN or BSN

BSN preferred

Tools

Amkai Office

Amkai Charts

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company: Eyecare Partners Surgery Center
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Department: Pre-Op, Post-Op, PACU
Reports To: Charge Nurse
Location: Wichita, KS

Full Time!

SUMMARY

Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and ASC policies and procedures. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his/her direction. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to supervise and direct patient care in an individual Operating Room.
• Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used in accordance to accepted standards of practice.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations and is knowledgeable of patient rights.
• Performs duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their license as defined by the State.
• Supervises other personnel in the room and directs or assists as necessary.
• Immediately reports and unusual occurrences to charge personnel, documents appropriately in the patient record.
• Demonstrates primary nursing accountability through coordination, communication and continuity of patient care.
• Assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
• Maintains medical records in an accurate and legible manner.
• Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and Q.A.P.I. program.
• Follows Physician orders and directions from management.
• Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
• Assists in training new staff when needed.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Recognizes each department’s significance and works appropriately with other departments.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
• Ability to respond to emergent situations.
• Demonstrates a positive, friendly, courteous and professional manner.
• Maintains effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
• Able to work within a team.
• Good communication skills: oral and written.
• Has the ability to be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to work independently and within a group.
• Attendance: Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences. Observes assigned work schedules and hours.
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• One year of previous nursing experience in at least one of the following settings is preferred: surgical, ambulatory surgical center (ASC), Pre/Post-Op, PACU, ICU, Medical Surgical, Telemetry or Operating Room
  

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required in the state where the worksite is located
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Should have knowledge of Amkai Office and Amkai Charts Database software
• Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Printer, copier, telephone and fax
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.