Registered Nurse - ASC Part-Time

Job TypePart-timeDescriptionNorthwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice. We are searching for a Part-Time Registered Nurse to perform sedation. Our Company is nationally recognized, with vast clinical experience in a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results. Our Company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes that success requires an environment where colleagues are respected and valued.Provide ACLS and BLS training, pay for licensure, and uniforms are provided.No evenings or weekendsResponsibilitiesPreoperative and postoperative patient callsPatient Admission and DischargeRecord and analyze patient medical histories, symptoms, and conditionsAdminister medications and treatments as ordered by the physicianIntraoperative CirculationProvide conscious sedation(*)May function as designated Infection Control Specialist (**)Create patient care plans with the help of other healthcare professionalsDiscuss treatment plans with physicians and pharmacistsTeach patients and their families about the treatmentMaintain knowledge of various instruments used for each type of operation and the proper setup of the operating roomMaintain current knowledge of the fundamentals of asepsis, instrument processing, and sterilizationResearch literature and new developments in the nursing field, with emphasis on developments relating to operating room nursingComplete the required continuing educationFollow all compliance policies and procedures, including HIPAA, OSHA, WISHA, patient confidentiality, and insurance requirementsFunction under the direction of all policies, regulations, and procedures of Northwest Eye SurgeonsOversee the actions of medical assistants and surgical technicians(*) Nurse Sedation: IV Medication Administration & MonitoringRecommend completion of conscious sedation certification course, equivalent training, or experienceMust complete initial Nursing Sedation competency; Repeat at least annuallyMust follow and maintain a functional knowledge of the facility's Policy and Procedures for Anesthesia Services and Nursing SedationAdminister medications for conscious sedation as ordered by the physicianMonitor patient vital signs in the operating room(**) Infection Control SpecialistMaintain infection control program utilizing established protocolsIdentify infection risk and areas of concern for transmission of infection using infection control risk assessment toolsPerform root cause analysis of unforeseen events and postoperative infectionsOversee ongoing infection control training for employees in the designated areaReview, assess, and report outcomes of infection prevention and infection control activities, training, and auditsAssist with the annual development of the infection control planReport to the Infection Preventionist and to the QAPI/Governing Board any deficiencies in the infection control program that may signify areas for improvementMaintain required continuing educationRequirementsCurrent or previous conscious sedation experience preferredKnowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the operating room and surgical proceduresKnowledge of ophthalmic procedures to be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and the safe positioning of patients for those proceduresThe proper method of handling instruments, tissue specimens, cultures, and smears before, during, and after useAbility to anticipate the needs of the operating team before such needs ariseDemonstrate excellence in communication skills, demonstrated by the ability to convey ideas and information verbally and in writingExhibit initiative and the ability to work independently or lead and perform as part of a larger team in a fast-paced environmentEducation And ExperienceGraduate of a college or university and/or an accredited school of nursingHolds a current license from the State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurseCurrent ACLS/AED certification is mandatoryOne (1) year of operating room and ASC experience preferredBenefitsCompetitive Salary $45 - $50Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceRobust Ancillary Benefits401(k) Plan with employer contributionCompany Paid Life InsuranceGenerous PTO/HolidayEEO StatementSalary Description$45 - $50