Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery
About The Position
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care. The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.
Requirements
- Current and valid state RN License.
- Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- ACLS 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
- PALS 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
- Previous acute care hospital experience; preferred.
- Moderate Sedation competency completed within 30 days upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Responsibilities
- The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Out Patient Services setting.
- The Registered Nurse communicates with physicians, / Director of Surgical Services, House Supervisor and co-workers, as appropriate about changes in the patients clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
- The Registered Nurse is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- The Registered Nurse coordinates the care of the patient with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist, directs and guides and other personnel while maintaining standards of care within the Out Patient Department.
- Works with other departments and co-workers to provide quality patient care across the continuum, efficient patient flow and unit maintenance and organization.
- Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards and hospital or unit policies and procedures.
- Responsible for participation in Performance Improvement activities, unit meetings and in-services.
- Acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
