JOB SUMMARY

Acts as preop nurse, circulating nurse, recovery nurse in the ASC depending on daily assignment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides appropriate nursing care to the perioperative patient across the continuum of operative care utilizing the nursing process and ASC policies and procedures.
• Utilizes nursing assessment skills to obtain a pertinent medical history from the patient/family and other members of the care team.
• Documents care according to ASC and other governing body standards as well as the plan of care.
• Recognizes health threatening changes in vital signs, symptoms, and results of diagnostic studies, and responds appropriately including documentation and notification of physician of record.
• Detects early signs and symptoms of intra-operative/post-operative complications and reports observations promptly to physician of record and documents accordingly.
• Carries out physician orders accurately and questions unclear orders.
• Administers medications and parenteral therapy according to ASC Nursing policies.
• Anticipates needs of the surgical team and has adequate supplies and equipment available and in working condition.
• Initiates and carries out appropriate emergency procedures with proper documentation.
• Initiates nurse-physician communication as appropriate
• Maintains a clean, safe, and quiet environment for patients as well as other personnel.
• Provides pre-operative, post-operative teaching to patient, family / significant other with proper documentation.
• Participates in reviewing and revising quality assurance criteria and/or standards of care.
• Serves as a preceptor in orientation of new employees.
• Assists in maintenance, care, and cleanliness of supplies / equipment. Cost effectively maintains adequate supplies and equipment in appropriate working condition with proper documentation.
• Reports damaged supply and equipment to Supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• Follows all biohazard waste disposal policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must hold and maintain current RN license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in OR setting preferred.
• Must hold and maintain current CPR certification; ACLS and PALS preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Display customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.
• Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.
• Ability to work in proximity with co-workers and maintain a professional attitude.
• Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication.
• Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.
• Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Lifts (maximum of 50 plus pounds) when necessary.
• Standing/Walking: Constantly; activity exists up to 90% of the time
• Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time
• Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
• Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time during an 8-hour workday.
• Ability to push patient stretchers and wheelchairs.
• Physically able to work long hours.
• Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
• Seeing: Yes
• Hearing: Yes

EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
• Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints.
• Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional.