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RN PRE OP/PACU / OR PRN

Novamed26 days ago
Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

About the role

Job Details

Description

We are looking for an RN - Recovery / OR Per Diem Nurse to join our team at Space Coast Surgery Center. Enjoy work / life balance working a per diem schedule! 401k, EAP, consumer discounts and competitive pay. Come live and work by the beach!

Essential Functions

Assists in provision of nursing care to patients in a same day surgery setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician’s orders and centers policies. Monitors and controls use of and charging for supplies utilized in the center.

Supervision Received: Supervisor of Clinical Services

Education/ Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current Registered Nurse License Current American Heart Assn. BLS and ACLS certifications

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for preoperative and post-operative patients Records and reports to appropriate persons all symptoms, reactions abnormalities and changes in the physical and/or mental conditions of the pre operative and post-operative patient Ability to multitask Strong IV Skills Dedication to teamwork Familiarity with Pain Management Administers medications and treatments ordered by the physicians Cares and discharges post-operative patients according to facility policies Able to accurately assess need for pain and /or nausea medication An order always precedes the administration of medication Intended actions and side effects are known Medications are documented Maintains patient and employee privacy and confidential information Provides psychological support to patients and/or families Maintains rapport with physicians and other departments providing care for the patients Admits patients to pre-op area Performs routine charging of medications and supplies Accurately checks charge sheets for supplies used on patients Functions independently in emergency situations Able to make logical quick decisions based on sound judgment Maintains competence through continuing education Meets requirements for CEU re-licensure Assists in orientation of new employees with factual information regarding current departmental policies Acts as a resource for new employees Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment

Physical Demands

Standing: 66-100% Sitting: 0-33% Walking: 66-100% Lifting: 0-50lbs. as needed Carrying: 0-25lbs. as needed Pushing: 0-400lbs. on wheels with assistance as needed Pulling: As necessary while providing patient care Bending: Proper bending necessary to pick things off the floor Squatting: As necessary while providing care Rotating: Shoulders as necessary Kneeling: If necessary while providing patient care Reaching: overhead while providing patient care General comments: Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to provide patient care.

Environmental Conditions

Inside 95-100% Outside 0-5% Temperature 30F-115F Fumes: Occasional Dust: Occasional Gases: None Odors: Occasional Mist: Occasional Radiation: Occasional Noise or Vibrations: Biomedical equipment, needles, sharps, copy machine, phones, latex, disinfectants, etc. Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable disease, electrical equipment, etc. Personal Protective Equipment: Provided (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover).

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Life Insurance Employee Assistance Plan 401(k) retirement plan with a company match And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

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About Novamed

Hospitals and Health Care
501-1,000 employees

On May 4, 2011 NovaMed was acquired by Surgery Partners. With the acquistion, Surgery Partners provides the healthcare industry with solutions that improve patient quality of care, optimize operational efficiency, and grow the business of our customers. Our core business is managing, developing and acquiring ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). We focus on growing the ASCs that we currently manage, while searching for new partners through acquisition and development. By developing strong partnerships, we strive to provide the best possible experience and outcome for physicians and patients.

Surgery Partners new Linkedin page can be found at http://www.linkedin.com/company/2245136?goback=%2Efcs_MDYS_surgery+partners_false_R_*2_*2_*2_4_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2&trk=ncsrch_hits .

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