RN/LPN (Canton, ASC)

Alliance Spine and Pain Centers•Canton, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Routinely recognized by Atlanta Magazine as the best in their field, Alliance Spine & Pain’s award-winning physicians are searching for an RN to join one of their JCAHO-certified ambulatory surgery center teams where staff enjoy the perfect blend of work and play. A highly competitive base compensation, a generous 401k, a full range of healthcare benefits, ample paid time off and eight (8) paid holidays. No weekends, no overnights and you'll never be On-Call!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program
Must have current GA nursing license, BLS, ACLS and other required training
Knowledge of equipment, instrumentation and supplies required to perform specific responsibilities

Responsibilities

Pre-Op Nurse Prepare charts while reviewing patient’s history, prior to arrival
Perform pre-operative assessments and patient education
Assist with IV starts during pre-operative prep of patient
Administer medications per Physician’s orders
Assist with the medication counts and accurate documentation of narcotic log
OR Circulator: Circulate and assist Physician and surgical tech during procedures
Prepare the operating room. Restock medications and supplies
Perform time out prior to beginning the procedure
Communicate with Physicians and care team to ensure safe and accurate patient information is relayed
Documentation of operative note and times
Coordinate with scheduling staff to schedule patient’s follow up visit
PACU: Observe and assess patient while recovering from moderate sedation
Report any necessary assessment outliers to Physician
Provide patient’s discharge education, prescriptions and return appointment information
Ensure patient meets discharge criteria per Aldrete score
Document assessment data in the medical record
General: Ensure safety of patients during procedure visit
Maintain confidentiality of patient, center and physician related information per HIPAA guidelines
Ensure regulatory compliance is upheld by completing necessary daily documentation
Provide pre-operative phone calls to ensure education and pre-procedure instructions are received
Assist team with next day post-operative phone calls
Perform other task as assigned by charge nurse, administrator or providers
Document and maintain appropriate workflow in patient’s electronic medical record