What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulatory Surgery RN (Per Diem) position at Holy Cross Hospital?
Company Description
Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.
Job Description
Position Purpose: Nurses in ambulatory care are responsible for patient assessments, administering medications, and preparing patients for surgery. They also provide education about procedures, assist during surgeries, and ensure proper post-operative care.
What you will do:
***Per Diem RN - OR experience preferred
***Ambulatory Surgery Center experience required
What you will do:
* Insures appropriate patient preparation as well as timely completion of chart prior to surgery, special procedure, transfer, or discharge. Ensures appropriate monitoring post procedure consistent with policy/protocols or physician orders.
* Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and in accordance with Policy and Procedure.
* Provides, or supervises, patients care and treatment.
* Assists in evaluating competency/skill level of other staff as requested, for skills
testing, performance appraisal and/or clinical ladder review.
* Serves as a resource to other nursing units for sharing of clinical expertise and
problem-solving.
* Performs other job-related duties within job scope as requested by Supervisor
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
* Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
Licensure:
* Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of Florida
* Current BLS from AHA required; Current ACLS required; PALS, if required for your work area, to be completed within 1 year of employment date and maintained.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.