Great North Surgery Center - RN Ambulatory

Regent Surgical • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership, the Ambulatory RN delivers patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of patients and staff before, during, and after surgery in perioperative and intraoperative areas. The role includes assessing patients’ physical, psychosocial and family needs, cultural considerations, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. The RN prepares patients for surgery, monitors vital signs and overall condition through discharge, and communicates with staff to support performance improvement and quality care.

The RN provides intraoperative care in procedure and operating rooms; assesses and prepares patients, assists during procedures, monitors patients during recovery, and determines readiness for discharge or transfer. The role also includes maintaining surgical supplies and equipment, applying aseptic and sterile techniques, documenting nursing care, and helping ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license in the appropriate state.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification as required by individual ASC policy.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two years of nursing experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing.
• ASC experience.
• CNOR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide intraoperative care in procedure rooms and operating rooms.
• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessing the surgical site and airway, and administering preoperative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Explain surgical procedures and what patients and family members can expect during and after surgery.
• Prepare the surgical site, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members to support coordinated patient care.
• Transport patients to and from operating and procedure rooms.
• Disinfect patients’ skin at the operation site and position them on the operating table.
• Ensure supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Verify medication name, strength, and dosage.
• Verify that the patient, procedure, operative site, positioning, and equipment correspond.
• Perform the required timeout according to site verification policy.
• Observe for breaks in sterile technique.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures, including passing medical equipment and monitoring vital signs.
• Ensure the operating room runs smoothly and is stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Develop and implement care plans for surgical patients.
• Assist with maintenance and storage of surgical equipment.
• Communicate with patients and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care, including communicating about delays.
• Apply aseptic and sterile techniques to medical instruments and equipment before, during, and after surgery.
• Answer patients’ questions, address concerns, and provide postoperative care instructions.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of nursing care for use by the healthcare team.
• Clean and disinfect tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floors between cases.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and patients’ overall condition as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain-management strategies.
• Recognize and manage complications during the postoperative period.
• Assess readiness for discharge or transfer and provide instructions to patients and family members.
• Solve problems in stressful situations and work environments.
• Operate designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED