PER DIEM OR Circulator - Ambulatory Services Nurse II

Sutter Health•Santa Barbara, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for the assessment, planning, treatment and evaluation during the pre operative, intra operative and post operative phases of nursing care. Assists the physician during surgery and procedures by functioning in the circulating role. Develops, implements, manages/coordinates an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
RN-Registered Nurse of California
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support (specific departments may require this)
PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (specific departments may require this)
2 years recent relevant experience
Demonstrated knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
Written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation during pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases of nursing care.
Assisting the physician during surgery and procedures in the circulating role.
Developing, implementing, managing, and coordinating an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care.
Fostering and maintaining collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
Adhering to policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations.
Engaging in continuous growth and development in professional nursing practice.