Ambulatory Surgery Staff/Circulating OR RN-Palos Health Surgery Center Full-time Days

Ambulatory Surgery Staff/Circulating Or Rn-Palos Health Surgery Center Full-time DaysAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?The Ambulatory Surgery Staff Rn PHSC, reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.Responsibilities:Interviews surgical patients, coordinates patient care, and clears charts for surgeryRequires strong clinical knowledge and ability to develop patient care plan in preparation for surgeryNursing process: Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation, and EvaluationPerform all aspects of patient care in a manner which optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors incorporating National Patient Safety GoalsWorks collaboratively with Anesthesia to clear patients for surgeryAbility to effectively communicate and interact with a wide range of people, including, but not limited to patients, families, physicians, ancillary support services, office staff, and nursing unitsPersistence and follow-up work neededAbility to solve problems effectively yet is tactful and non-confrontationalUses the results of quality improvement activities to initiate changes in nursing practice and in the healthcare delivery systemReviews pre-op instructions on all patients scheduled for next day surgery and obtains necessary documentation and supplies as documented and observed.Provides patient comfort and safety using appropriate equipment and/or medication as documented and reported through patient surveys.Maintains records and log books as required in policy and by regulation as evidenced by documentation.Assigns pre-operative arrival times and notifies patient at least 1 day in advance of the surgery as documented.Checks pre-op charts for completion and obtains appropriate paperwork to complete chart as documented.Required:Associates degree or Diploma in NursingCurrent State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse LicensureBy dept: OR-BLS, ACLS required only if performing conscious sedation, pre/post-BLS, ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire date.Preferred:Bachelor of Science in NursingStrong communication skills, verbally and in writingExperience with electronic medical record (EMR)Advanced computer skillsFamiliar with medical terminology and knowledge of basic surgical proceduresEffective time management and ability to work independentlyAbility to organize and prioritize, and problem solveStrong critical thinking skills and decisive judgementMust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionPrior Epic experienceTriage, critical care, ED, or surgical patient experienceNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.