Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Surgery Center Short Pump Operating Room - Days

Davita Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Surgical RN to join their ambulatory surgery center offering extensive training and advancement opportunities. With a focus on orthopedic and other specialties, this fast-paced environment promotes patient-centered care without weekend or holiday shifts. RN licensure and critical thinking skills are essential for delivering quality care to patients aged 6 months and older. A sign-on bonus of $20,000 is available for qualified candidates during the recruitment period.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible/compact state required.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent needed.
• Experience required varies by position level (Clin I, II, III) from 0 to 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare team with prevention of illness and provision of comfort.
• Administer prescribed medications, accurately document care.
• Organize work and delegate tasks to team members.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Communication

Education

Diploma or Associate's Degree from an approved nursing program

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

**$20,000 sign-on bonus offered through August 30, 2025. Terms and conditions apply**

The Ambulatory Surgery Center is an outpatient surgery center that performs 70 to 80% orthopedic cases and a variety of other specialties. The patient population we serve is 6 months of age and above. Experienced candidates are encouraged to apply to this fast-paced, efficient surgery center. Grow your knowledge in patient care within a dynamic environment with a wide variety of surgeries. We have a highly engaged employee committee dedicated to creating a positive work environment. We are committed to supporting our staff through education, advancement opportunities, and resources to foster growth in an ambulatory setting.

Surgical RN for ambulatory surgery center in the VCU Short Pump Pavilion. Monday-Friday day shift hours—no holidays, no weekends, no call!

Assists the healthcare team with prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. Anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately. Provides direction, education, and serves as a role model in a clinical setting. Delivers and accurately documents age-specific care based on medical orders and a multidisciplinary plan of care. Safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and interactions.

**Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:**
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible/compact state

**Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:**
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

**Experience REQUIRED:**
Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience

**Experience PREFERRED:**
Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant, or care partner in an acute care setting or relevant area
Clin II, Clin III: Academic healthcare experience; experience with similar patient populations in acute care or relevant area

**Education/training REQUIRED:**
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associate’s Degree from an approved nursing program. All RNs without a BSN must enroll in an RN to BSN program within two years and complete it within five years unless grandfathered.

**Education/training PREFERRED:**
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or higher; Clin III: Certification in a specialty area

**Independent action(s) required:**
Follows physician/licensed provider orders. Practices within Virginia nursing regulations. Guided by the ANA Code of Ethics and national standards. Complies with VCUHS policies and procedures.

**Supervisory responsibilities:**
Organizes work and delegates tasks to team members (RN, LPN, Care Partners, Secretaries, etc.).

**Additional requirements:**
Clinicians work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Schedules are established with management and may be adjusted as needed.

**Age-specific groups served:**
Based on unit assignment.

**Physical requirements:**
Lifting 20-50 lbs, exposure to hazardous/infectious substances, prolonged standing/sitting, bending, walking, climbing, reaching. Mental skills include recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, and logical thinking. The environment is fast-paced and noisy, requiring handling multiple priorities and customer interactions.

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