RN II ASC - Float Team - Kelsey Seybold Clinic

Optum; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family, is seeking an RN to support Pre-Operative, PACU, and Endoscopy areas. The role is part of the ASC Float Team and requires working across multiple Ambulatory Surgery Center locations in Houston with varied shifts.

Required are an ASN or higher, Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and 3+ years in relevant areas; travel between sites is expected. Competitive benefits and hourly pay from $29.00 to $52.00/hour are offered.

Qualifications

• ASN or higher required.
• Texas RN license; AHA BLS; ACLS; PALS.
• 3+ years RN in PACU, Pre-Op, or Endoscopy; 2+ years RN cross-functional experience in two of three (PACU, Pre Op, Endoscopy).
• Ability to travel between assigned ASC locations and work varied shifts for float team.

Responsibilities

• Follows standards of care related to the nursing process.
• Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatments, maintains medical records.
• Communicates patient information to physicians, anesthesia, management, staff, patients, families, and visitors.
• Performs safe and competent perioperative and endoscopy nursing care per policies and standards.
• Participates in preoperative call process and ensures accurate documentation.

Education

ASN or higher

Job description

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Registered Nurse functions as a versatile clinical professional who provides care across Pre Operative, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Endoscopy settings. The RN demonstrates proficiency in delivering high quality, age specific patient care and adapts effectively to the unique requirements of each clinical area. The RN develops effective working relationships with all members of the ASC and Clinic. Communicate information effectively, appropriately, and courteously regarding patient conditions to all required parties including physicians, anesthesia, management, staff, patients, families, and visitors. Performs safe and competent nursing care according to organizational policies as well as ASPAN, AORN, and SGNA standards.

Float Team Requirement

This position is part of the ASC Float Team and requires the MCD RN II to float between a minimum of three Ambulatory Surgery Center locations based on staffing and operational needs. Float team members must be able to work varied shift days and times depending on site schedules, case volumes, and acuity needs

Primary Responsibilities

• Follows the standards of care related to the nursing process
• Conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatments, and maintains medical records under direction
• Practices in a manner consistent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles
• Receives direction on addressing and resolving contingency situations
• Documentation is accurate, legible, timely, and concise
• Treats patients and families with courtesy, respect, and professionalism
• Provides verbal and written instructions tailored to patient needs
• Stocks unit and completes routine checks
• Actively participates in preoperative call process
• Other duties as assigned by leadership. Perform safe and competent operative nursing care according to the organization's policy & procedures. Perform safe and competent operating room nursing care according to the organization's policy & procedures & AORN (Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses) standards and or ASPAN (American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nursing) standards

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or higher
• Texas RN license; AHA BLS; ACLS; PALS
• 3+ years RN in PACU, Pre-Op, or Endoscopy; 2+ years RN cross-functional experience in two out of three specialties: PACU, Pre Op, Endoscopy
• Ability to travel between assigned ASC locations and work varied shifts as required by the float team assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• RN experience in ASC or hospital setting

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.