PRN Registered Nurse - Pre-Op/PACU - Day shift, no call!

Cincinnati Eye Institute•Middletown, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This PRN position for a Registered Nurse in the Pre-Op, Circulating, and PACU department requires 3-4 weeks of training Monday-Thursday before transitioning to PRN status. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care according to established standards and policies. The nurse is accountable for the quality of nursing services, participates in direct patient care, and maintains a safe environment. The position requires adherence to HIPAA, ethical and legal standards, and supervision of other personnel as needed. The nurse will coordinate patient care, maintain accurate medical records, participate in continuing education, follow physician orders, and contribute to a healthy work environment. They will also assist in training new staff and collaborate effectively with other departments.

Requirements

Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.
Ability to respond to emergent situations.
Demonstrates a positive, friendly, courteous and professional manner.
Maintains effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
Able to work within a team.
Good communication skills: oral and written.
Has the ability to be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.
Ability to work independently and within a group.
Attendance: Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences.
Observes assigned work schedules and hours.
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required in the state where the worksite is located.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Knowledge of Amkai Office and Amkai Charts Database software.
Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Proficient with printer, copier, telephone and fax.
Frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%).
Regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%).
Able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs.
Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential.
Constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology.
Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time.
Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
One year of previous nursing experience in at least one of the following settings is preferred: surgical, ambulatory surgical center (ASC), Pre/Post-Op, PACU, ICU, Medical Surgical, Telemetry or Operating Room.
Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct patient care in an individual Operating Room.
Ensure proper techniques and practices are used according to accepted standards of practice.
Comply with HIPAA regulations and be knowledgeable of patient rights.
Perform duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their license.
Supervise other personnel in the room and direct or assist as necessary.
Immediately report and document unusual occurrences to charge personnel.
Demonstrate primary nursing accountability through coordination, communication, and continuity of patient care.
Assess, prioritize, plan, and implement patient care in an effective manner.
Maintain medical records in an accurate and legible manner.
Participate in continuing education/in-service training, staff meetings, and Q.A.P.I. program.
Follow Physician orders and directions from management.
Actively participate in the development of a healthy work environment.
Assist in training new staff when needed.
Balance team and individual responsibilities.
Recognize each department’s significance and work appropriately with other departments.