Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

American Vision Partners • Mesa, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Licensed Practical Nurse, 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of accredited program for Practical Nurses
• Current Arizona LPN License
• BLS certification required
• Dedicated to patient satisfaction
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work as a member of the surgical team.

Nice To Haves

• 1-year Ophthalmology experience as a Surgery RN is a plus
• ASC experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Primarily performing Chart Prep; creating Histories and physicals & completing the Chart Check at the end of the day.
• Helping admit Check-in
• Prepare preoperative and postoperative areas for patient. Monitor cleanliness, assemble supplies, and check equipment for proper functioning.
• Provide physical or emotional support to patients as needed.
• Assist anesthesia provider during patient anesthetic stages.
• Assist in safe transportation and position of patient.
• Provide evaluation, observation and treatment of patients under local anesthesia.
• Communicate with patient and family as necessary, providing information and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of patient􀂶s pre-operative and post-operative experience.
• Start IVs as ordered, if certified.
• Remove IV.
• Administer oral medications and eye drops as ordered.
• Physiologically monitors patient during the pre- and post- operative processes.
• Participates in patient/family teaching.
• Orders supplies for pre-op/recovery area as needed.
• Maintains familiarity with code procedure and crash cart.
• Participates in fire drills and mock codes as directed.
• Performs whatever tasks are necessary to function as part of the surgery team and keep surgery flowing smoothly.
• Encourages a team oriented environment and follows company guidelines and policies.
• Participates in on-going training and continuing education.
• Shows respect and deals appropriately with co-workers, patients, and visitors.
• Performs any and all duties assigned

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED