ASC Nurse

Eyecare Medical Group•Portland, ME

2d•$36 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Registered Nurse with basic knowledge of perioperative and intra-operative patient care. Coordinates and initiates patient care within the Ambulatory Surgery Center. Acts as a patient advocate during the perioperative and intra operative process to promote safety and the highest quality of care. Provides direction for other members of the surgical team in both the non-sterile and sterile setting. Provides direct patient care and educates patients and family members as needed.

Requirements

Successful completion of RN program, BSN preferred
Active unencumbered Maine license
BLS required
Experience with electronic medical records
Outstanding interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with members of the EMG practice
Ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and possess problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail with excellent command of the English language, both spoken and in writing.
Ability to complete work in a timely manner, accurate, and thorough manner.
Commitment to the highest standard of professional conduct

Nice To Haves

Previous Ambulatory Surgery or Operating Room Pre and Post Op experience preferred
ACLS preferred
Experience working in an ambulatory surgery setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
Perform patient assessment pre-operatively including Vital Signs.
Administer eye medications aseptically and as ordered.
Coordinate personnel within the operating suite verifying that the surgeon, anesthesia provider, and other team members are present.
Check chart prior to procedure to verify that proper documentation is on the chart and that abnormal diagnostic studies are addressed prior to the transfer of patient to the OR.
Open sterile instrument packs, drapes, solutions, and supplies while maintaining aseptic technique during transfer onto the sterile field.
Properly connect sterile devices and equipment from sterile field to non-sterile sources (suction, Bovie, camera, light, etc.).
Help prepare the Operating suites and readies equipment for procedures, including housekeeping needs, instruments, and equipment when needed.
Properly care for tissue specimens, including packaging.
Apply sterile dressings utilizing aseptic technique at the end of procedure.
Prepare specimens to be sent to the lab (enter in logbook, verify proper packaging).
Assist the anesthetist Post-operatively during an emergency situation.
Accompany the patient and anesthetist to the Post op and give appropriate report to the receiving nurse.
Assist staff in the cleaning and preparation of the operating room for subsequent procedures.
Monitoring patients' vital signs, levels of consciousness, and reactions to anesthesia and medications post operatively.