RN - Marietta, ASC

Alliance Spine and Pain Centers•Marietta, GA

11d•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! Job Summary To participate in patient care ensuring that all duties assigned are done in an efficient and professional manner.

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.
Newly hired nurses will be given a 90 day grace period to obtain BLS and ACLS Certification.
Knowledge of equipment, instrumentation and supplies required to perform specific responsibilities
Strong customer service skills.
Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.
Ability to work well with physicians, employees, patients and others.
Ability to work independently with detail and accuracy.
Ability to apply common sense, understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several variables.
The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods.
The employee is regularly required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
The employee must regularly lift 100 pounds with assistance and 50 pounds without assistance.
Must assist patients, of all sizes and weights, on and off the surgical table.
Visual acuity for chart review and equipment operation.
Considerable stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting required.
Required to wear (approximately 5lb) lead aprons during procedures.
Employee may be required between multiple locations, as needed

Responsibilities

Provide constant evaluation, observation and treatment of patients.
Review the patient’s chart.
Maintain accurate documentation.
Assist in the safe transportation and positioning of patients.
Assist with the counts and recording of narcotics at the beginning and end of the day.
Prepare the operating room.
Restock medications and supplies.
Check equipment for proper functioning.
Administer IV conscious sedation (once deemed competent), per policy and physician’s orders.
Communicate important information to patients, patient’s family and staff.
Assist with emergencies in the operating room, as per policy.
Assist with orientation of new personnel.
Perform chart audits for the surgical center.
Respect the confidentiality of patient, center and physician related information.
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and use complete discretion when discussing patient information.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
Perform other task as assigned by charge nurse, administrator or providers.
Work closely with physicians to optimize documentation and explain pre-procedure/discharge instructions
Assist with post-operative calls, as required
Manage Inventory
Document and maintain appropriate work flow in patient’s electronic medical records