Registered Nurse (RN)

POSITION TITLE: RN

Department: PDSC Reports to: Clinical Director

Position Summary and Objectives:

Ambulatory surgery nurse is responsible for greeting patients and preparing for procedures. This position triages for anticoagulant therapy, allergies, recent hospitalizations, surgeries or infections. Assists with PDSC procedures and task as required to maintain functioning of facility.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate patient documentation
• Assist physicians with patient care
• Assist with vascular access procedures
• Recover patients after procedures
• Maintain sterile environment
• Help with cleaning of exam/procedure rooms
• Administer medications as required (IV antibiotics and iron)
• Prepare patients for procedure (consents, vital signs and starting IV’s)
• Remove sutures
• Proper documentation of all nurse visits
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA, AAAHC and Medicare regulations.
• Prepare patient for safe discharge

Position Requirements:

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, and/or Training:

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

RN License

Current Basic Life Support certificate

ACLS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Computer Skills

Attitude:

Must support, be empathetic with, and interested in furthering organizational objectives. Must stay abreast of current issues facing the industry and their impact on the organization and the communities it serves. Must be receptive to accept changes deemed necessary and give an appropriate consideration to suggestions from peers. Must always treat patients and other employees respectfully and in a professional manner that supports our focus on outstanding customer service.

Personal Characteristics:

The highest degree of integrity, a pleasant disposition, possessing tact and being a member of the team are absolutely essential. Must be able to handle a range of projects simultaneously and without distress that modifies behavior or leads to poor decisions. Must be able to think clearly before speaking and remain courteous in high stress or conflict situations. Must be able to make decisions in the best interest of the organization, regardless of the circumstances. Must work safely and independently without supervision, handle work flow in an organized manner, exercise sound judgment, act in accordance with Clinic policies, work to provide excellent customer service, and secure approval from supervisor in making decisions when policies or procedures require interpretation.

Job Type: Full-time

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical
• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Danville, VA 24541: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,600 - $76,700