Registered Nurse - Surgical Services

Registered Nurse - Surgical Services

Bedford Heights Surgical Center - BEDFORD HEIGHTS, OH 44146

Overview

Salary Range $36.00 - $42.00 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level 4 Year Degree Category Health Care

The Opportunity

Hiring Incentive: $4,500*

*$500 on first pay, $2000 at 6 months, and $2000 at 12 months.

Must still be employed, full/part-time, and in good standing at the time of each payout.

(Please note that amounts will be prorated for part-time hires)

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking mission-minded Associates to join us as a full-time (37.5 per week) Registered Nurse to serve our patients at our Bedford Heights Surgical Center.

SUMMARY

Provides patient care and support to the healthcare team in the ambulatory surgical center as needed to support efficient high-quality care throughout the patient experience including monitoring, medication administration, patient assessment, accurate charting in the electronic health record, team communication and response to emergencies. Supports the revenue cycle through accurately and effectively documenting procedures and medications.

Union Status: Bargaining Unit Position (OPEIU Local 98)

Why join our team?

Our Mission

We deliver innovative health care, education, and advocacy no matter what.

Our Core Values

• Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions
• Adaptable: We embrace change and remain flexible and resilient
• Collaborative: We work together, valuing diverse perspectives
• Kind: We treat everyone with compassion and respect
• Non-judgmental: We create a safe and inclusive environment
• Solution-oriented: We each operate as champions who look for effective solutions to challenges
• Strategic: We approach our work with a clear vision and thoughtful planning

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• In accordance with PPGOH medical protocols, completes appropriate review of medical history and physical assessment, promptly reporting abnormal findings to clinician.
• Admits and releases patients from recovery room. Educates patients on their chosen method of contraception and aftercare instructions.
• Performs timely and accurate charting in the electronic health record.
• Completes appropriate sedation assessment, starts peripheral IVs, administers moderate sedation as directed by the clinician, and monitors sedated patients intra-operatively.
• Coordinates surgical patient flow taking into account the physician on duty and available staff.
• Maintains inventory, supplies and equipment for abortion services including emergency supplies and equipment.
• Performs support of daily inventory count of medication and narcotics, or as required.
• Willing and able to maintain ACLS certification and respond appropriately to medical emergencies, in accordance with PPGOH Medical Standards and Guidelines.
• Assists Clinician and Practice Manager in assuring the abortion services comply with Quality Assurance, Regulatory (ODH, CLIA, PPFA), and OSHA requirements. Maintains surgical services lab and patient logs. Coordinates audits, necessary patient follow-up, and completes necessary surgical service reports.
• Ability to receive and respond to emergency calls from abortion services patients during scheduled work hours.
• Gives injections, i.e. DMPA, and therapeutic medication as ordered by the clinician.
• Performs all necessary lab services including venipuncture.
• Competently performs duties as Sedation and Recovery Nurse.
• Promotes and maintains communication with patients, peers, clinic manager, clinicians, and administration.
• Participates as a team player and promotes team building

Benefits and Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• ADN or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Ohio Registered Nurse license required
• OB/GYN experience preferred; health center experience helpful.
• Med-surg or OR experience preferred but not required
• Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
• Strong commitment to quality health care

What We Offer

• Paid time off
• Paid parental family leave
• Medical coverage, with 90% employer-paid base plans for individual coverage
• Employer-paid vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with an employer contribution of up to 4%
• Ten paid holidays each year
• Two floating holidays each year
• Financial incentive program for certified bilingual Associates*

Qualified Associates who demonstrate fluency in a needed language, including Spanish, Nepali, or Somali depending on the geographic service area, may receive a $1.00-per-hour differential following successful completion of the language assessment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PPGOH is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, experience, performance, and organizational needs. We do not discriminate against any applicant or Associate based on race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We recognize that candidates may not meet every preferred qualification listed. If your skills and experience align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

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