Department / Unit : Ambulatory Surgery
Ambulatory Surgery
Work Shift :
Day (United States of America)
ONE HOLIDAY PER YEAR AND VERY FEW WEEKENDS
1 YEAR EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Our Preop and Ambulatory Surgery Unit is looking for a full-time evening Registered Nurse. We provide care for patients in preop area and recovery after ambulatory procedures utilizing valued teamwork approach.
Hourly Range : $36.73 - $60.93
- Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and document treatment as required by company policy and local / state / federal rules and regulations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
- Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
- Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
- Participates in patient / family teaching based on the developmental age of patient and type of procedure.
- Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
- Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintain standards of professional nursing.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
- Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
- Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
- Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.
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