Registered Nurse Surgery Center

Fresenius Medical Care•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse supports the organization’s mission, vision, core values, customer service philosophy, and compliance requirements. The RN provides direct nursing care before, during, and after procedures under the direction of the Facility Manager, Director of Nursing, and/or Charge Registered Nurse, using standard nursing techniques and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes. The role includes assessing and monitoring patients, administering medications and IV moderate sedation as ordered, assisting physicians during procedures, maintaining sterile technique, completing patient documentation, and supporting quality improvement, safety, equipment, inventory, and administrative activities. The position is based in a Houston, Texas surgery center that is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends or call.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (R.N.).
Current appropriate state licensure.
Current ACLS certification; BLS and ACLS course certifications successfully completed.
Proficient in IV insertion.
Proficient in cardiac rhythm recognition.
Proficient in computers and related software, such as Microsoft Office.
Experience with medical database software.
High school diploma required.
4–6 years of related experience preferred.
Experience in an office-based surgical center, ambulatory surgical center, vascular access, cardiac catheterization lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, interventional radiology, ICU/CCU, or emergency department settings preferred.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree desirable.
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
4–6 years of related experience preferred.
Experience in an office-based surgical center, ambulatory surgical center, vascular access, cardiac catheterization lab, or a combination of ASC, surgical, interventional radiology, ICU/CCU, or emergency department settings preferred.

Responsibilities

Support organizational quality standards, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
Assist with organization quality goals and facility-specific action plans; help address adverse events and action thresholds with facility management.
Maintain the integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records; comply with data collection and auditing activities.
Maintain facility environmental integrity and safety.
Obtain medical histories, discuss procedures, answer questions, and perform nursing assessments on the day of procedures.
Educate patients and their families about post-procedure care of vascular access and respond to patient concerns and questions.
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, particularly for complications or reactions related to moderate sedation and contrast media.
Communicate patient-related issues to facility management as needed.
Document patient information accurately from admission through discharge; confirm orders, consents, and lab work are completed and documented according to facility policies.
Prepare lab requisitions, deliver them to appropriate laboratories, and report and forward results to the appropriate physician.
Maintain competency in emergency procedures and initiate CPR and other emergency measures as needed.
Administer medications and IV moderate sedation according to physician orders and applicable organizational, company, and government regulations.
Act as a scrub technologist during procedures as needed while maintaining sterile technique.
Assist patient workflow by transporting patients as needed.
Perform point-of-care laboratory testing and IV insertion as ordered and in accordance with applicable regulations.
Perform additional physician-designated tasks in compliance with state regulations.
Communicate effectively with physicians, attend CQI meetings, and report on assigned topics.
May help facility management verify that necessary instruments and equipment are available and assist physicians with required adverse-event reporting.
Operate facility equipment and technology safely and efficiently, including patient monitors, defibrillators, medical recording devices, sterilizers, and computers.
Inspect facility equipment and operating systems, report malfunctions or maintenance needs, and help ensure safe operation of vascular access equipment.
Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility and address blood spills according to applicable bloodborne pathogen policies.
Assist with efficient use of medications, laboratory resources, inventory, supplies, and equipment in accordance with organizational guidelines.
May assist with development and revision of facility policies and procedures.
Participate in CQI activities, including monthly reports and required meetings.
Maintain medication supplies and inventory, check for expired medications, and document controlled substances, medication usage, and drug disposal as required.
Maintain facility supply inventory, including ordering and restocking supplies as needed.
Inspect and restock emergency equipment and supplies, including the crash cart.
Complete and audit medical records according to organizational policies and procedures before patient discharge.
May participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys and related action plans.
Complete accurate and timely state records for implanted devices in accordance with records-management guidelines.
Participate in staff meetings, training, and orientation as assigned.
Comply with HIPAA policies and standards for patient information and medical records.
Assist with projects assigned by the direct supervisor and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus opportunities.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Prescription coverage.
Vision insurance.
Paid maternity leave.
Paid paternity leave.
401(k) with matching.
Paid time off (PTO).
Tuition assistance.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.