Rn Pre/Post Op - Prn

If you are seeking to join a stable and established organization with high employee and patient satisfaction ratings, then Tri-City Cardiology is for you! Tri-City Cardiology has been serving the healthcare needs of the East Valley for over 40 years.

We are searching for an RN - PRE-OP/POST-OP to join our new ASC team! If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment for a company that truly cares about the service provided to their patients and putting quality care first, this may be an ideal position for you!

Tri-City Cardiology has a vision To be among the best providers of cardiovascular care in the entire country and be a place where employees want to work, patients want to receive care and physicians want to practice.

Consistent with our vision, we constantly strive to improve our employee satisfaction. Tri-City Cardiology has been voted a Top Place to Work by the Phoenix Business Journal. Annual employee satisfaction surveys are conducted to obtain feedback on how we can continue to make Tri-City Cardiology the best place to work.

• Position Location: East Mesa (Power & Main)
• Schedule: PRN
• Pay: $39.00 – $54.00

TCC PERKS!!!

• Annual Movie Night – invite your family too!

• Years of Service Awards!

• Reward & Recognition Program!

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assists the Clinical Manager RN in the daily clinical operations of the pre-operative and post-operative areas in the ASC in accordance with established Federal, State, and accreditation standards and ASC policies and procedures. Participates in direct patient care including pre-procedure and post-procedure care including admission to and discharge from the ASC setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Cares for the patient undergoing surgical/procedural intervention to assure appropriate pre-procedural and post-procedural nursing management across the age span.
• Performs proper patient identification in accordance with policies/protocols and verifies correct procedure, completeness of patient charts, and associated documents. Communicates accordingly with ASC personnel to provide continuity of care.
• Provides appropriate assessment and care for the patient experiencing pain. Provides safe medication administration in accordance with ASC policies and procedures, and documents in the medical record accordingly.
• Provides for effective airway management postoperatively.
• Assess the patient for level of recovery and manage any post-operative/post-procedural complications or emergencies; notifies appropriate resources/physicians in a timely manner.
• Assists physicians with bedside procedures (including but not limited to TEE/Cardioversion).
• Utilizes aseptic technique and infection control principles to establish and maintain intravenous access and any other associated procedures.
• Provides patient/family education and teaching for the management of the patient upon returning to the home environment.
• Actively participates in, develops, and implements activities and measures to promote quality care. .
• Demonstrates ability to provide clinical care instructions.

Note: The essential functions outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position. They are aimed to maintain the mission, values, and purpose of the organization. They are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: None

Type of Supervisory Responsibilities: None

SCOPE AND COMPLEXITY

The scope requires the incumbent to have specialized knowledgeable in cardiology. This position interacts with physicians, patients, families, and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Demonstrates professional behavior and conduct in all interactions.

This position assists providers with patient care in an ambulatory care setting by managing patients post operatively and leading emergency events.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION

This position is a safety-sensitive position in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-493 (9).

TRAVEL

Local travel to other Tri City Cardiology locations is required during the business day.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

This position is located at the Tri-City Cardiology new Ambulatory Surgery Center which falls under CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) Regulations. Due to the recent Covid-19 Vaccination Mandate for these types of facilities, if selected for this position, you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination prior to your first day of employment. If you have a medical or religious reason for not obtaining the vaccination series, you may request an exemption form from HR. The medical form will need to be signed by a medical provider. Exemptions will need to be reviewed and approved by Tri City Cardiology.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

Typical direct patient care/office environment:

• Able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach and stretch frequently.
• Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.
• Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision.
• Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects.
• Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of chairs or wheelchairs.
• Must utilize standard precautions during patient care due to threat of exposure to blood and/or body fluids.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Needs to be able to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone.
• Requires use of computer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience/Licenses Certifications

• Current valid Arizona RN license.
• Two years RN experience with an emphasis in Pre-op/PACU required..
• Cardiology experience required.
• Current ACLS certification
• Current BLS certification

Skills/Knowledge/Ability

• 40 wpm typing.
• Demonstrated critical thinking ability to make sound nursing judgments based on nursing theory.
• Demonstrates primary nurse accountability through coordination, communication, and continuity of patient care.
• Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement direct patient care.
• Assumes responsibility for competency of practice and takes initiatives for professional development and continuing education.
• Uses interpersonal skills to establish and maintain health interpersonal relations.
• Good communication skill oral and written.
• Demonstrates a high sense of urgency at all times.
• Ability to manage time appropriately.
• Knowledge of basic computer and math skills.
• Knowledge of patient monitoring equipment and point of care testing.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.

Eligibility

• All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Patient education and triage experience preferred.
• Strong IV skills preferred.
• Sheath Management/Removal experience preferred.

In addition to fostering a positive work environment with internal career growth opportunities for our employees, we offer a generous comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Competitive wages
• Monday-Friday work schedules
• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage (1st of the month following 60 days of employment)*
• 401(k) retirement plan*
• Paid Time Off (PTO)*
• Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays*
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance*
• Supplemental Insurance*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for quarterly bonus incentives*

*Available for full-time, regular employees of Tri-City Cardiology after meeting certain eligibility requirements

Tri-City Cardiology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal employment opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

For more information about career opportunities with Tri-City Cardiology, please visit our website: www.tricitycardiology.com

About Tri-City Cardiology

At Tri-City Cardiology, patient satisfaction is a top priority. Our team of physicians and staff are dedicated to providing high quality care and outstanding patient service so that every encounter is a positive experience! To maintain the highest degree of patient confidence, the practice relies on the Press Ganey system for scoring patient satisfaction.

Each of our board-certified physicians are dedicated to bringing only the best cardiovascular care to their patients based on clinical guidelines established by their specialty boards and fellowship programs. Each one is a leader in his or her field of specialty, many earning the distinction of Top Doctor recognition by Phoenix Magazine since the practice was established in 1979. As graduates from some of the nations leading medical schools and fellowship programs, the Tri-City Cardiology team of physicians enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement.