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PRN Registered Nurse (Independent Contractor) – Preop/PACU & Procedural RN
Location: Bullhead City, AZ
Company: Sonoran Vein and Endovascular
Job Type: PRN / Independent Contractor (1099)
About Us
Sonoran Vein and Endovascular is a premier vascular and endovascular practice specializing in minimally invasive procedures that improve vascular health and quality of life. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a safe, efficient, and compassionate outpatient setting.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced PRN Registered Nurse (Independent Contractor) to provide Preoperative (Preop), Procedural Circulating, Moderate Sedation, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nursing care for vascular procedures at our Bullhead City, Arizona location. This position is ideal for an experienced procedural or perioperative nurse looking for flexible supplemental work approximately one to two procedural days per month.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in an outpatient procedural environment and has experience administering and monitoring moderate sedation, circulating vascular or interventional procedures, and recovering patients following treatment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive preoperative nursing assessments, including patient history, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and procedural preparation.
- Review preoperative laboratory results and diagnostic testing, communicating abnormal findings to the physician and/or anesthesia provider as appropriate.
- Establish and manage peripheral IV access and administer medications and IV therapy within the RN scope of practice.
- Serve as the circulating nurse during outpatient vascular and endovascular procedures.
- Administer and continuously monitor patients receiving moderate sedation in accordance with physician orders, organizational policies, and applicable state regulations.
- Continuously assess patient status throughout procedures, recognizing and responding appropriately to changes in condition or emergency situations.
- Provide Phase II PACU nursing care, monitoring patients until discharge criteria are met.
- Deliver thorough discharge education and verify patient and caregiver understanding before discharge.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention standards, patient safety initiatives, medication safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with physicians, radiologic technologists, medical assistants, and other team members to provide safe, efficient, high-quality patient care.
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license (or compact multistate license with Arizona privilege to practice).
- Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience; experience in procedural nursing, PACU, perioperative services, ICU, ED, cath lab, interventional radiology, or vascular procedures preferred.
- Demonstrated experience administering and monitoring moderate sedation.
- Experience circulating procedural or surgical cases preferred.
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
- Strong IV insertion, patient assessment, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced outpatient procedural environment.
Schedule & Compensation
- PRN / Independent Contractor (1099)
- Approximately 1–2 procedural days per month, based on physician schedule and patient volume.
- Flexible scheduling with advance notice whenever possible.
- Competitive daily contract compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Sonoran Vein and Endovascular is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Location: In person – Bullhead City, Arizona
Pay: $45.00 - $70.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45 - $70