Registered Nurse ARD/Endo (FT)

DMOS Orthopaedic Centers•Ankeny, IA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Ankeny Medical Park Surgery Center (AMPSC) is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Full Time position in their ARD/Endo department. This role involves providing patient care in Pre-Op and Post-Op settings, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and recovery. The position operates Monday through Friday with no overnights, weekends, or on-call duties. AMPSC is committed to providing world-class outpatient surgical care in orthopaedics and gastroenterology, partnering with respected institutions like DMOS, IDDC, and Unity Point.

Requirements

Current nursing license to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health
Unrestricted IA RN license
Basic ACLS Certification
BLS
Ability to set priorities and work with minimal supervision
Excellent organization and communication skills
Ability to handle stress calmly and be flexible to change
Willingness to be flexible and remain focused during fast-paced schedules
Positive, friendly, professional, and data-driven attitude
Proactive coaching and consulting skill set
Ability to communicate positively and professionally to patients, physicians, mid-levels, administrative professionals, and team members
Must successfully complete federal background checks, education verification, reference checks, and an initial TB test.

Nice To Haves

ACLS and PALS preferred
Experience in a similar related industry or ASC is preferred, but not required
Experience in Orthopedics or endo is preferred

Responsibilities

Starting and monitoring IVs, administering pre-operative medications, and performing pre-operative instruction and explanation of patient's rights and procedures.
Facilitating and demonstrating cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
Caring for patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery, monitoring post-operation vital signs, assessing levels of consciousness, and observing for any side effects from anesthesia.
Supporting the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Organization.
Participating as a team member in support of the total perioperative process.
Considering patient rights in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
Communicating effectively with supervisor/management, patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in a respectful and courteous manner.
Communicating effectively and professionally using a translator when necessary.
Documenting that information received from the patient is disseminated to the appropriate people or departments.
Attending and actively participating in meetings, committees, and in-services.
Assisting with orientation and training of new personnel and acting as a resource person for patient care problems.
Adhering to safety policies and procedures.
Reporting observed or suspected violations, hazards, and noncompliance according to Facility policy.
Observing safety measures and enforcing compliance with safety and security policies and procedures.
Responding to emergency situations with competence and composure.
Interacting appropriately with various age groups, assessing and interpreting age-specific patient data and responses.
Involving the patient’s family/significant other in decision-making about the patient’s care.
Considering age-specific patient requirements when responding to emergency situations.
Effectively organizing time, equipment, supplies, and personnel.
Organizing nursing activities efficiently, considering staff abilities when delegating activities.
Confirming that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice.
Maintaining order and cleanliness of pre/postoperative areas.
Performing thorough patient assessment required by the outpatient setting.
Assisting in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient upon admission.
Developing a plan for patient care based on assessment data; implementing and documenting preoperative care according to protocol.
Informing patient and family about routine care and procedures related to the perioperative experience.
Providing comfort and reassurance to the patient and supporting the patient’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Performing safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative period.
Assessing and documenting the patient’s physical and emotional status upon arrival in the postoperative area.
Documenting postoperative care during the patient’s recovery from anesthesia/sedation.
Providing nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered.
Adhering to organizational policy with particular attention to standards of conduct and confidentiality as it relates to HIPAA.