What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Surgical Specialties position at Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA)?
Role Overview: This position involves independent planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of ambulatory specialty practice patient care. The nurse will ensure adherence to policies and provide comprehensive care across neonate to geriatric age groups.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all RN nursing duties, assist in specialty clinics, triage walk-in patients
- Coordinate patient care activities and serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare team
- Provide education and counseling on medical conditions, procedures, and medications
- Collaborate with team members on patient candidacy and specialty procedures
- Participate in programs, committees, and educational activities related to the specialty
- Generate statistical reports and assist with research projects
- Manage patient scheduling, including on-call rotations, holidays, and weekends
- Review lab and diagnostic results, coordinate post-operative care, and manage complications
- Maintain department policies, safety protocols, and quality assurance standards
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a minimum of 3 years related experience
- Current RN licensure in NM or reciprocal jurisdiction
- CPR/BLS certification within 30 days
- Ability to perform medium physical work and adapt to rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends
- Strong patient safety focus, with proactive quality improvement skills