Job Abstract

If you are a motivated and reliable person with exceptional customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, come join Holston Medical Group. We are looking for friendly, courteous employees to ensure a positive patient experience and welcome a teamwork environment.

General Summary:

The ASC Staff RN provides direct nursing care to patients by performing pre-operative assessment and preparing the patients for surgery in accordance with facility and organizational policies, meeting the standards of professional nursing practice, as well as intraoperative care and post-operative care. This person is accountable for using his/her experience and judgement/nursing skills to plan for the appropriate care for his/her patients. Consistently remains calm and applies judgement during stressful situations, always putting the needs of the patient first.

· Nature of supervision received: Direct supervision from nurse manager or charge nurse, indirect supervision from anesthesiologist, CRNA and physicians.

· Interacts with: Patients and family, visitors, physicians, nursing staff, radiology, sales representatives, students, clerical staff and administration.

Major Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities:

Quality of Job:

· Patient focus, compassion, innovation, integrity and fiscal responsibility.

· Effectively utilizes the nursing process in caring for patients. Maintains working knowledge of techniques and principles of nursing care to ensure complete and competent care of patients.

· EHR documentation is clear, concise and complete.

· Collaboration with patient/family and members of the healthcare team. Acts as a patient advocate with others.

· Complies with all safety and infection control standards/policies.

· Complies with all surgery center policies and procedures.

· Follows all nursing standards and protocols.

· Assures patient confidentiality at all times.

· Exhibits flexibility in areas of assignment.

· Follows procedures and practices related to pain management assessment and identification of abuse and neglect.

· Follows all OSHA Safety, Fire and Emergency Preparedness guidelines.

· Performs other functions as requested by the Nurse Manger to include but not limited to, stocking and maintaining adequate supply levels, end of day narcotic counts and patient chart reviews.

· Collaborate with physicians on orders and reviews lab values, EKG’s and x-ray reports

· Document care/charges that is given to patient

· Provide prescribed medications and other pharmaceutical products in accordance with physician’s orders

· Remain prepared for emergency situations ensure to utilize correct emergency procedures, locations of emergency call system and location of emergency supplies and equipment

· Administers medication and performs treatments to assigned patients

· Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment

Quality of Work:

· Performs job duties competently and in a timely manner.

· Adjusts work assignments and personal schedule according to patient load and staffing needs.

Knowledge of Job:

· Attends all mandatory in-services.

· Maintains current knowledge of skills necessary to provide nursing care to patients of all ages and levels of growth and development.

Education/Experience:

· Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice.

· Must have BLS Certification

· CPR, ACLS and PALS certification is required

· Two years of PACU, ICU, ER or OR experience is desired.

· Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.

· Thorough knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to any age level and any level of growth and development.

· Maintains current knowledge and skills in department policies and procedures and implements appropriately

· Uses problem solving techniques in resolution of patient care issues.

· Acts as a patient advocate.

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability."