RN Day Surgery PRN

Kindred Healthcare • Watertown, WI

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse-Outpatient Services provides direct and indirect nursing care in a fast-paced outpatient environment. This role supports various ambulatory care services including pre- and post-procedural care, patient education, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required
• Current state RN license or valid Compact State RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA within time frame specified in facility policy
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within time frame specified in facility policy (depending on patient acuity and facility policy)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred
• Prior clinical nursing experience in an inpatient or outpatient care setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough head-to-toe assessments pre- and post-procedure
• Administers medications and IV fluids based on age and clinical condition
• Assesses, manages, and educates patients on pain control techniques
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and recognizes arrhythmias
• Provides support during outpatient procedures, including GI and sedation-based care
• Assists physicians and interdisciplinary team with procedures and care planning
• Implements and maintains aseptic technique and infection control standards
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care
• Ensures safe discharge planning and patient education post-procedure
• Participates in staff orientation, training, and quality improvement initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees