RN OR Circulating - Outpatient Surgery Center

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•High Point, NC

About The Position

The RN OR Circulating provides nursing care in an outpatient surgery center, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care while engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The role monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. It promotes a culture of safety and evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; delegates appropriately to nursing and unlicensed assistive personnel; and maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation. The role may require floating within the designated service area. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care based on knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and departmental policies and procedures. The position also involves professional governance and quality initiatives, effective communication and conflict resolution, continued professional development, and ethical practice consistent with the ANA Code of Ethics. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, and offers a listed pay range of $35.50–$53.25 per hour.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Promote a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Practice ethically in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and needs, applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.