ASC Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Illinois Pain & Spine Institute (IPSI) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its outpatient surgery team in Barrington, Illinois. The role provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical procedures, supporting them through preparation, procedure monitoring, post-anesthesia recovery, and discharge. The position offers a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with no overnight shifts. The nurse works with physicians, anesthesia personnel, other healthcare professionals, patients, and families to deliver safe, high-quality care. The position also includes oversight of support staff, accurate clinical documentation, participation in quality improvement, and continued professional development.
Requirements
- Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- At least one year of Operating Room (OR) and/or Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) experience.
- Commitment to patient safety and quality care.
- Ability to build positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Clear communication and ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
- Sound clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
- Organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Compassionate and professional approach to patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) credential.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients' health status and document relevant clinical information.
- Monitor vital signs and evaluate patients throughout their surgical experience.
- Recognize changes in patient conditions and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate clinical team members.
- Establish and implement individualized plans of care.
- Deliver nursing care during pre-operative, intra-procedural, and post-anesthesia phases.
- Observe patients during recovery and assess their response to treatment.
- Coordinate patient care with physicians, anesthesia personnel, and other healthcare professionals.
- Explain procedures, post-operative expectations, and discharge instructions to patients and their families.
- Provide direction and oversight to support staff to maintain quality patient care.
- Ensure clinical records are complete, accurate, and compliant with applicable standards.
- Contribute to ongoing quality assurance, improvement efforts, and professional development.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health management tools
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid company holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Accident insurance
- Travel assistance program
- Identity theft protection
- Bonusly employee recognition program
- DailyPay access
- LifeMart employee discount program
- Opportunity to grow with an established healthcare organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
