PRN Registered Nurse - Operating Room, Pre-Op and Post-Op

LOCATION: RMLS

DEPARTMENT: Clinical

REPORT TO: ASCClinical Director

FLSA STATUS: PRN, Nonexempt, Hourly

MISSION:

To enhance the quality of our patients’ lives by compassionately providing the highest level of care

VISION:

To be recognized as the eye care center of excellence in the communities we serve

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the designated Nurse Manager, the Registered Nurse is responsible for professional, direct patient care in the nurse role. The Staff Nurse will utilize the nursing process within their scope of practice to assess, develop nursing diagnosis, develop plan of care, implement plan of care, monitor for effectiveness, and adjust appropriately, for patient’s plan of care. The Staff Nurse is responsible for care, in areas assigned, within the Surgery Center, as needed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains and documents patient’s medical history and perform physical assessment.
• Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice and center policies and procedures.
• Ability to apply dressings and assess status.
• Ability to safely use medical equipment per manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Ability to insert, assess, or discontinue various catheters and tubes.
• Effectively organizes and avoids wasteful practices of time, equipment, and supplies.
• Observes universal precautions.
• Attends all required education.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Contributes to the effective and efficient performance of the department for the practice.
• Functions as a productive and positive member of the practice.
• Conforms to all RMLS policies and procedures including punctuality, attendance, and dress codes.
• Achieves cooperation and teamwork through effective communications and positive relations with staff.
• Adheres to the company code of conduct.

WORK QUALITIES

Position requires excellent communication skills and an understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care. Must demonstrate attention to detail and documentation. Must be even tempered, ethical, and good humored. Must interface with all RMLS departments, physicians, and personnel.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing.
• RN with active license, no restrictions (license in appropriate state).
• One (1) year of nursing experience, preferably, in an ambulatory surgery center.
• CPR certification and/or ACLS-PALS certification (as required by Center).
• Strong ethical and moral character references.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, drug screen, and Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusions Database Search.
• Must be able to travel to other office locations as needed.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to carry and lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to speak clearly in small group settings.
• This position will require sitting for long periods of time, walking, standing, bending, and walking, as well as using fine motor skills, such as finger dexterity for typing, and using small hand tools.
• This position could be exposed to loud noises, frequent phone conversations, and requires average to above average visual acuity and hearing.
• Most of this job will be spent indoors in a climate-controlled environment.
• Must be available to travel to other office locations as needed.

FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE STAFF:

• Affordable Medical & Dental Plans
• No Cost Annual Eye Exams
• Discounts on Frames, Lenses, and Contacts
• Friends and Family Optical Coupons
• Company Paid Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Safe Harbor Employer Contribution
• Generous Time Off Policy

COMPENSATION:

• $37.74 hourly rate
• Quarterly bonuses

HOW TO APPLY: Applications can be submitted through Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or through our website https://rockymountaineyecenter.com/about-rmec/careers/

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 04/05/2024

Rocky Mountain Laser & Surgery is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.