Registered Nurse - Surgery

jobs-americanvisionpartners; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Eye care discounts

Child care assistance

Pet insurance

Continuing education funds

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick Time

Growth opportunities

Job summary

American Vision Partners (AVP) is seeking a motivated Ophthalmology Registered Nurse for our fast-paced Ambulatory Surgical Center operations in the Phoenix area. You will support perioperative nursing care across pre-, intra-, and postoperative phases, ensuring patient safety and high-quality outcomes.

The role requires an RN license, ADN (BSN preferred), and BLS certification, with ophthalmology experience considered a plus. ASC experience and bilingual abilities are valued.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license valid in the state.
• 1 year ophthalmology experience is a plus.
• BLS certification required.
• ASC experience preferred.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and admit patients to pre-/post-operative area.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
• Prepare operating suite: cleanliness, supplies, instruments.
• Assess patient condition on arrival and provide support.
• Assist anesthesia provider and surgeon during procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of surgical experience.
• Starts IVs and administers medications per protocols.
• Manage immediate postoperative care and transport to recovery.
• Orient new team members and cross-train staff.
• Obtain patient history and share information with physician.

Skills

Ophthalmology experience

Bilingual preferred

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Company Intro

At American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation’s largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centers. At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!

Overview

As an Ophthalmology RN, your strong detail orientation and multi-tasking skills will be essential in our fast-paced, high-volume environment. You will provide a safe and efficient environment for all patients in our Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) during the perioperative phases

Responsibilities

• Greets and admit patients to the pre-/post-operative area
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care using the nursing process and take into account individual patient needs
• Prepares operating suite for patients - monitor cleanliness, assemble supplies, instruments and sutures, check equipment for proper functioning
• Assesses patient’s condition on arrival in surgery and provide physical or emotional support as needed
• Assists Anesthesia Provider and Surgeon during procedures, maintaining constant awareness of the operative situation and a safe environment for patients and personnel
• Evaluates, observes, and treats patients under local anesthesia
• Maintains accurate and complete records of patients’ surgical experience
• Starts IVs, gives medications, and prepares drugs and solutions per physician protocols
• Prepares for and manages immediate postoperative care, including transporting patients to recovery room, communicating patient needs, and providing patient and family training
• Assists in orientation of new team members and cross-training of existing personnel
• Obtains patient history through interviews and evaluations, noting data in chart and sharing pertinent information with physician

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; BSN preferred
• Current RN License
• 1-year Ophthalmology experience as a Surgery RN is a plus
• BLS certification required
• ASC experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• Detailed oriented, reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• This is a Safety Sensitive position

Benefits & Perks

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!