***This is a TUESDAY ONLY PRN position***
About us:
Popp's Ferry Out-Patient Surgery Center, LLC is a Medicare Certified Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) consisting of two (2) Operating Rooms located in Biloxi, MS. We specialize in Ophthalmologic Surgery and provide our services to the surrounding community.
If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team of healthcare professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients.
Responsibilities:
As a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room of an Ambulatory Surgery Center, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and ensuring a smooth transition to/from the operating room to the recovery phase. Your duties will include:
- Effectively utilizes the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
- Monitoring patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
- Assessing patients' pain levels and administering appropriate pain management interventions.
- Collaborating with the surgical team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Assists in maintaining sterility of operating room and equipment throughout procedures.
- Set-up of room for surgical procedure while ensuring equipment is in proper working order to maintain patient safety.
- Assumes responsibility of patient and checks patient records for accuracy and completeness; to include surgery checklist, surgical/medical consents, routine lab reports, and any medical clearances if required.
- Documenting patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely.
- Prepare patient for the operative procedure.
- Remain readily available to assist surgical technician and/or physician.
- Accompany patient to PACU and notify PACU RN of any special instructions.
Skills:
To excel in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Strong patient care skills with a focus on delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Ability to make sound Nursing Judgement based on nursing theory.
- Must be proficient in assessing, prioritizing, planning and implementing direct patient care.
- Proficient with inserting, maintaining, and removing IV access.
- Ability to effectively respond to emergency situations.
- Working knowledge and previous experience in PACU, Surgery, or ICU/ER settings is preferred.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, or duties.
Education: Graduate from NLN School of Nursing.
License & Certification:
Current unrestricted Mississippi State licensure as a Registered Nurse
Current ACLS or complete ACLS certification within 3 months of hire.
PACU, Surgery, or ICU experience preferred.
Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 per week
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
- Ambulatory surgery center
- Operating room
Standard shift:
Work Location: In person