Ambulatory Care Registered Nurse-Surgery

Registered NurseAt Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision. The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The RN should possess clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas and be an advocate for patients with strong communication skills and critical thinking.ResponsibilitiesWhat You Will Do:The Peri-Operative Registered Nurse provides safe, high-quality nursing care across the surgical continuum in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), including pre-operative, intra-operative circulating, and post-anesthesia (PACU) phases, in accordance with AORN, ASPAN, and applicable regulatory standards. Performs comprehensive pre-operative patient assessments, verifies consents, H&P, orders, and completes time-out procedures per policyFunctions as the circulating nurse during surgical procedures, coordinating room activities and anticipating surgeon and anesthesia needsPrepares and administers medications safely and accurately in accordance with established standards and physician ordersCollaborates with anesthesia during induction and emergencies; responds appropriately to changes in patient condition or emergenciesProvides PACU care including airway management, monitoring vital signs, pain control, and recovery from anesthesiaEnsures accurate, complete documentation throughout all phases of careCommunicates effective hand-off reports during transitions between pre-op, OR, and PACUUtilizes appropriate body mechanics and follows safety protocols to promote patient and staff safetyPerforms nursing duties as assignedQualificationsWhat You Will Bring:Minimum 2 years' experience in an operating room setting; preferably in ophthalmology.Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure.Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.Valid BCLS, ACLS & PALS Certifications required upon employment (Must be through American Heart Association, online certification not acceptable).Competitive compensation packageExcellent comprehensive benefits401(K)Significant eye care discountsContinuing education allowancesCareer growth and developmentPTO and holidays offWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.