Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/Post-Op/PACU

Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/Post-Op/PACU

Wichita, KS

Eyecare Partners Surgery Center is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum.

Full Time!

Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards and ASC policies and procedures. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his/her direction. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment.

Ability to supervise and direct patient care in an individual Operating Room.

Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used in accordance to accepted standards of practice.

Complies with HIPAA regulations and is knowledgeable of patient rights.

Performs duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their license as defined by the State.

Supervises other personnel in the room and directs or assists as necessary.

Immediately reports and unusual occurrences to charge personnel, documents appropriately in the patient record.

Demonstrates primary nursing accountability through coordination, communication and continuity of patient care.

Assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.

Maintains medical records in an accurate and legible manner.

Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and Q.A.P.I. program.

Follows Physician orders and directions from management.

Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.

Assists in training new staff when needed.

Balances team and individual responsibilities.

Recognizes each department's significance and works appropriately with other departments.

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required

Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred

One year of previous nursing experience in at least one of the following settings is preferred: surgical, ambulatory surgical center (ASC), Pre/Post-Op, PACU, ICU, Medical Surgical, Telemetry or Operating Room

Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required in the state where the worksite is located

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred

Should have knowledge of Amkai Office and Amkai Charts Database software

Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focusis required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.