Registered Nurse - ASC

About the Practice Northwest Eyes, a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, is searching for a Registered Nurse to join our Northgate ASC team. Our company is nationally recognized for a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believe that success requires a respectful and valued environment for colleagues. Job Type Full‑time Key Responsibilities Preoperative and postoperative patient calls Patient admission and discharge Record and analyze patient medical histories, symptoms, and conditions Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician Maintain intraoperative circulation Assist with conscious sedation (see “Nurse Sedation” section) Act as designated Infection Control Specialist (see “Infection Control” section) Create patient care plans with other healthcare professionals Discuss treatment plans with physicians and pharmacists Educate patients and families about treatment Maintain knowledge of instruments and operating room set‑up Maintain knowledge of asepsis, instrument processing, and sterilization Research literature and developments in nursing related to the operating room Complete required continuing education Follow compliance policies (HIPAA, OSHA, WISHA, patient confidentiality, insurance requirements) Follow policies of Northwest Eye Surgeons Oversee work of medical assistants and surgical technicians Nurse Sedation Recommend completion of a conscious sedation certification course or equivalent training. Complete initial Nursing Sedation competency; repeat at least annually. Maintain knowledge of the facility's policies for anesthesia services and nursing sedation. Administer medications for conscious sedation as ordered by the physician. Monitor patient vital signs in the operating room. Infection Control Specialist Maintain infection control program using established protocols. Identify infection risks and areas of concern using risk assessment tools. Perform root‑cause analysis of unforeseen events and postoperative infections. Oversee ongoing infection control training for employees of the designated area. Review, assess, and report outcomes of infection prevention and control activities, training, and audits. Assist with annual development of the infection control plan. Report deficiencies to the Infection Preventionist and QAPI/Governing Board. Maintain required continuing education. Requirements Preferred: current or prior conscious sedation experience. Knowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the operating room. Knowledge of ophthalmic procedures to anticipate surgeon needs and patient positioning. Proficient in handling instruments, tissue specimens, cultures, and smears before, during, and after use. Ability to anticipate operating team needs. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Initiative and ability to work independently or lead teams in a fast‑paced environment. Education and Experience Graduate of a college, university, or accredited nursing school. Current license from the State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse. Current ACLS/AED certification – mandatory. One (1) year of operating room and ASC experience preferred. Benefits Competitive salary $45–$50 per hour. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Robust ancillary benefits. 401(k) plan with employer contribution. Company‑paid life insurance. Generous PTO/holiday. EEO statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr