Career Opportunity
Physician Practice RN Surgery Center Maryland Surgeons Surgical Center
Nursing diploma or Associates degree
ACLS
Current Healthcare Provider CPR Card
Registered Nurse License Required
Minimum of 1 year of experience
**This position is at our Surgery Center located in Columbia, MD**
SUMMARY: This is a clinical position in which the Registered Nurse renders professional nursing care to St. Agnes’ Physician’s patients, making every effort to remain a flexible, cooperative and supportive member of Physician Services clinical team. This position requires acting as a liaison between the physician and the patient and patient’s family or support person. Responsibilities exist in maintaining the role of patient advocate, dealing compassionately, professionally, and courteously with patients, their families, physicians, and fellow Physician Services staff.
Communication skills are required to persuade or gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas. Responsibility exists to ensure that internal customers are satisfied with service. Communication with external contacts involves handling complaints, making adjustment, corrections, etc.
Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes policies/ procedures and applicable civil laws. Is accountable for efficient use of resources and support of the St. Agnes mission.
Essential functions :
Ensures the comfort and safety of each patient Individualizes care according to each patient’s special needs Follows safety and infection control procedures Responsible for the care and maintenance of all surgery equipment, instruments, and accessories Assisting in the stocking and inventory of the clinical area Identifies patient, reviews medical record for consent, H&P, pre-admission testing, and sees that all records are completed pre-procedure Assist when needed with preparation of patient including IV insertion Reports any abnormalities to MD and/or anesthesiologist responsible for surgical and anesthesia care Accurately performs and documents pre-procedure nursing assessment Understands the use, placement and interpretation of all monitoring equipment Is familiar with the dosage route of administration, action, adverse drug reactions, and reversal medications of all medications commonly used in the surgery suite Identifies an emergency situation and is able to appropriately intervene Has working knowledge of all equipment and procedures Continuously assesses patient condition and maintains accurate documentation pre, intra, and post-procedure, and informs physician of any untoward symptoms Maintains accurate documentation of medications dispensed Assists with orientation of new personnel Communicates relevant information to physician, Nurse Administrator, and nursing staff to maintain continuity of care Ensures patient confidentiality Implements and adheres to all St. Agnes physician services policies Monitors patients and directs Surgical Scrub Technician during procedures and provision of patient care PRN Acts as circulator for operative procedures implementing and maintaining AORN Standards of Care Completes intra-operative record accurately and completely Properly disposes of contaminated waste following Universal Precautions and OSHA regulations Demonstrates knowledge of OSHA Standards, Medical and Disaster Emergency Processes, and Fire Safety measures and evacuation process. Providing assistance to clerical staff
General duties:
– Consistently and independently follows established safety and infection control procedures. Intervenes in unsafe situations.
– Complies with the standards of conduct and Corporate Responsibility Program and seeks guidance when in doubt.
– Meets or exceeds expectations of individuals for whom service is provided.
– Participates on interdepartmental, hospital and departmental committees as appropriate.
Required Education: Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two year college or technical school majoring in healthcare or related subject.
Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Required Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Possess an active Registered Nurse license from the state of Maryland or a compact state. Current BLS certification.
Preferred Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Certification in the field of OR Nursing desired.
Required Experience: One years’ experience
Preferred Experience: Clinical expertise in ambulatory surgery center nursing preferred
Supervisory Responsibilities: Technicians during procedures only
Supervision received from : Nurse Administrator
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