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• Patient Assessment & Advocacy
• Assess and respond to patients’ physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs through direct observation and interaction.
• Act as a patient advocate, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the perioperative process.
• Nursing Care & Implementation
• Utilize professional nursing judgment to implement appropriate care and interventions based on patient assessments.
• Communicate patient status and assessment findings to physicians and team members to coordinate care effectively.
• Clinical Skills & Documentation
• Demonstrate proficiency in diagnostic measures such as labs, radiology, and EKG interpretation.
• Perform IV therapy and medication administration competently.
• Transcribe and implement physician orders accurately and efficiently during surgical admissions.
• Document all patient care activities in the clinical record via EMR systems with accuracy and timeliness.
• Verify completeness of patient records, ensuring site marking, consents, and anesthesiologist evaluations are complete prior to surgery.
• Patient Education & Support
• Provide clear and compassionate education to patients and their families regarding procedures, recovery, and discharge instructions.
• Resource & Cost Management
• Utilize supplies, equipment, and resources efficiently to maintain cost-effectiveness without compromising patient care.
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks (e.g., cleaning and bed preparation) as needed to support patient flow.
• Post-Anesthesia Care (PACU)
• Use critical thinking to assess and provide appropriate post-anesthesia nursing care.
• Maintain airway patency, monitor vital signs, manage pain, and consult with physicians or anesthesiologists as needed.
• Evaluate patients using discharge criteria to determine readiness for transfer to Phase 2 recovery.
• Cross-Functional Support
• Participate in patient transfer processes to other medical centers as needed.
• Function as a float nurse, maintaining communication between departments, assisting staff, and ensuring efficient workflow.
• Work as assigned in pain management and eye laser procedure rooms, assisting with anesthesia-related procedures and nerve blocks.
• Safety & Emergency Preparedness
• Maintain familiarity with anesthesia supplies, crash carts, MH carts, and emergency medications.
• Follow established safety protocols and participate in emergency response procedures when necessary.
• Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
• Participate in committee meetings, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Seek guidance when needed and support the organization’s mission of excellence in surgical care.
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• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the surgical center’s operations.
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• Active RN license in the state of practice (in good standing).
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ADN/BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
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• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience in ambulatory surgery centers or outpatient surgical settings.
• Knowledge of pain management and laser eye procedures.
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1. Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required
2. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Preferred
3. Perioperative Nursing Certification (CNOR) – Preferred

Education: Associate's Degree

Certification: Basic Life Support , Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support