Registered Nurse

Vision Innovation Partners•Annapolis, MD

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides competent nursing care using the nursing process and applies clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards for the relevant clinical area. The RN advocates for patients and uses strong communication and critical-thinking skills. In this peri-operative role at an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), the RN provides safe, high-quality nursing care across the surgical continuum, including pre-operative, intra-operative circulating, and post-anesthesia care, in accordance with AORN, ASPAN, and applicable regulatory standards.

Requirements

At least 2 years of operating-room experience; ophthalmology experience preferred.
Active RN license as required by the state of employment or appropriate compact licensure.
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Valid BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required upon employment; certifications must be through the American Heart Association, and online certification is not accepted.

Nice To Haves

Operating-room experience in ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments; verify consents, history and physical, and orders; and complete time-out procedures according to policy.
Serve as the circulating nurse during procedures, coordinating room activities and anticipating surgeon and anesthesia needs.
Prepare and administer medications safely and accurately in accordance with established standards and physician orders.
Collaborate with anesthesia during induction and emergencies, and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition or emergencies.
Provide PACU care, including airway management, vital-sign monitoring, pain control, and recovery from anesthesia.
Ensure accurate and complete documentation throughout all phases of care.
Communicate effective hand-off reports during transitions between pre-op, OR, and PACU.
Use appropriate body mechanics and follow safety protocols to promote patient and staff safety.
Perform nursing duties as assigned.