Procedure Registered Nurse RN

Surgery Partners, Inc•Altoona, WI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Procedure Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, patient-centered nursing care to individuals undergoing operative and invasive procedures in a surgical setting. This role includes assessing and monitoring patients, administering medications and treatments, supporting procedural safety through adherence to infection control standards, and educating patients and families. The Procedure RN needs to be proficient in patient assessment, and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program required
Current RN licensure in the State of Wisconsin
BLS certification is required upon hire
Must be able to achieve ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire
Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure messaging system

Nice To Haves

Previous perioperative or general nursing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Advocate for patients’ rights, preferences, and needs, ensuring that they receive high-quality, compassionate care that is tailored to their individual circumstances
Project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the patient, coworkers, and the organization, as appropriate
Assess patient health problems and needs to develop, implement, and evaluate care in collaboration with healthcare team
Provide direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed
Operate and monitor medical equipment relevant to patient care
Ensure infection control protocols and safety standards are followed in all aspects of patient care
Promptly records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely
Respond to emergency situations using appropriate interventions
Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events, safety concerns, or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures
Plan and direct all nursing care for patients undergoing operative and other invasive procedures
Perform a surgical site identification and verifies consent on every patient
Must demonstrate competency and independence in IV sedation
Ensure compliance with Universal Protocol by initiating a pre-procedural 'Time Out' to prevent wrong-site, wrong-procedure, and wrong-patient errors
Assist with minor surgical or procedural tasks as needed, ensuring aseptic technique and proper equipment usage
Assist in positioning and responding to the comfort and safety of the patient
Monitor patient status throughout the outpatient procedural process, identifying and reporting changes in condition to the surgical team
Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR
May be cross-trained and assigned to other nursing departments within the hospital, with responsibility for carrying out the essential functions of the assigned role
Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
Perform other duties as assigned