The Virginia Eye Institute is hiring! VEI is a large and dynamic practice of ophthalmologists and optometrists in the Richmond, VA area, including eight locations and an ambulatory surgery center. We are searching for a full-time Registered Nurse. This position will work with our very busy adult and pediatric ophthalmic multi-specialty Ambulatory Surgery Center. If this sounds like you, keep reading!!We are seeking reliable candidates with outstanding attention to detail skills and excellent customer service skills. The ideal candidate will be a team-player, self-starter, friendly, motivated, organized, and have the ability to work independently while sustaining a team environment. A caring demeanor and the ability to build and maintain patient rapport is critical. The candidate must be highly productive, eager to learn, and motivated to succeed.Job Purpose The position exists to perform nursing activities with each department of the ASC. Duties and Responsibilities Assess and care for all patients who receive care in the ASCMaintains a safe environment for patients utilizing accepted standards and recommendationsComplies with VEI ASC policies and procedures, state regulations, CMS and accrediting body standardsMaintains complete and accurate records of the care provided Skills and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of department requirementsAttention to detailExcellent customer service skillsSelf-motivatedExcellent interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated knowledge of ASC practice management systemsProven organizations skillsTeam-oriented approach Education Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia required BLS certification required (or obtained within eight weeks of start date) Experience Minimum of one year of department specific (Pre-op/ PACU or OR ) experience required Physical Requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires occasional lifting of 10-15 pounds, the ability to assist wheelchair bound patients from the chair to a stretcher, standing or sitting for long periods of time, and the ability to push a stretcher with a patient on it. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of VirginiaBLS certificationACLS certification, preferredPALS certification, preferred