Registered Nurse RN - Ambulatory Surgery

Prime Healthcare•Elgin, IL

1d•$43•Onsite

About The Position

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 patient’s 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

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.
Moderate Sedation competency completed within 30 days upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Previous acute care hospital experience.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice in the Out Patient Services setting.
Communicates with physicians, Director of Surgical Services, House Supervisor and co-workers about changes in patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
Coordinates patient care with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist.
Directs and guides 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.