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Proliance Surgeons•Renton, WA

4d•$36 - $79

About The Position

The RN performs pre-surgical nursing assessments and provides education to patients before admission at the Ambulatory Surgery Center. The RN assesses and evaluates patient care needs, requests necessary pre-surgical clearances and diagnostics, and communicates each patient's plan of care to the ASC. The position works with the health care team to support patients throughout their surgical experience and contributes to safe, organized, high-quality care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Current state licensure.
Current CPR, ACLS, and BLS accreditations.
Problem-solving skills.
Skill in using a computer.
Knowledge of applicable specialties.
Outpatient clinical organizational ability.
Ability to remain objective and separate oneself personally from situations.
Ability to cooperate, be flexible, and provide assistance when interacting with patients, physicians, and staff.
Ability to multitask.
Skill in organizing and reporting accurate, complete information.
Understanding of and consistent respect for confidentiality and HIPAA.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all staff.
Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Consistent and timely attendance.

Nice To Haves

Two years of OR, intensive care, or emergency room experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care throughout the patient's surgical experience.
Maintain a friendly, positive, and caring attitude with patients, physicians, and staff.
Assist with patient education during all phases of the patient's experience at the Center.
Help ensure proper supplies, instruments, and equipment are available for procedures.
Help ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Monitor supply use and assist with inventory control, including proper counts of supplies and time used.
Document care provided to the patient appropriately.
Complete continuing education to meet state requirements and remain current with health care changes.
Display professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the Center.
Take an active role on department committees.
Identify actual and potential risks to patients and others, and take action to minimize or eliminate risks and maximize safety.
Perform charge nurse responsibilities as staffing demands and as requested.