Surgical Services RN - PRN

Cataract and Laser Institute•Maumee, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse position is responsible for treatment and care of surgical patients. They record patient symptoms, administer medications, and assist with patient rehabilitation. The registered nurse educates patients and family members about medical conditions and provides emotional support. RNs work within the context of the surgical team to provide care to individuals before, during, and after a surgical procedure. This is a PRN role.

Requirements

BS/BSN degree required
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment
Current certification in Basic Life Support
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support is required to be obtained within one (1) year of employment

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year of related work experience in a surgical/operating room environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to individuals in the pre-surgical, operative and recovery periods; collaborates with medical staff and other departments daily to promote coordination of patient care.
Assure quality of care by adhering to compliance standards; following ASC philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.
Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients, friends, and families.
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel.
Protect patients and staff by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.