Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Surgery Center

InterMed, P.A.•Portland, ME

3h•$86,070 - $92,290

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides perioperative nursing care in an ambulatory surgery center. The role includes continuous patient assessment and documentation, prioritizing nursing interventions, preparing for potential complications, and demonstrating knowledge of anesthetic techniques and surgical procedures through documentation and the Nursing Plan of Care. The nurse maintains patient safety, follows aseptic technique policies and procedures, monitors patients according to care protocols, and supports efficient, patient-focused transfers. The role also requires protecting confidentiality, respecting patient and family rights, and acting as a patient advocate.

Requirements

Successful completion of an RN program.
Active, unencumbered Maine nursing license.
Previous ambulatory surgery or OR pre- and post-operative, circulating, and PACU experience required.
Caring and compassionate demeanor.
Excellent professional judgment, assessment, phone skills, and decision-making ability.
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks without sacrificing quality.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
ACLS preferred.
PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

Continuously assess patients and document findings on the Operating Room record according to policy.
Prioritize nursing interventions to provide optimum patient outcomes.
Anticipate potential perioperative complications through appropriate patient supplies, organized setup, and the Nursing Plan of Care.
Demonstrate knowledge of general, regional, and local anesthetic techniques and surgical procedures through documentation and the Nursing Plan of Care.
Maintain patient safety and keep patients free from injury during the perioperative experience.
Adhere to established policies and procedures for aseptic technique.
Monitor patients and document care in accordance with patient care protocols.
Ensure patient-focused transfers and efficient transitions.
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of patient care.
Respect patient and family human rights at all times.
Maintain the patient advocate role at all times.