Summit Surgery Center - Part Time RN PreOp / PACU

About Summit Surgery Center

Founded by leading Sports Medicine Specialist and Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. John Samani, Summit Surgery Center was designed with the ultimate patient comfort and experience in mind. We specialize in orthopedic procedures, which allows us to excel at what we do. When you choose Summit, you can feel confident in our expertise, as it is backed by decades of specialized experience in orthopedic care by top physicians from throughout southeast Michigan. Summit provides outpatient orthopedic surgery for individuals of all ages, and we stand by our mission of offering a higher level of ambulatory surgical care in all we do. The staff of Summit Surgery Center brings multiple years of outpatient surgery experience to create a patient-focused, efficient, and safe environment. Summit staff members receive ongoing training on emergency preparedness, infection control, quality, privacy, and safety.

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this vantage point, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long-term clinical and financial success.

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp / PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial / family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

Schedule :

Summit Surgery Center is an outpatient surgery center with varying day shifts. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position with no weekends, no call, and holidays off.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Evaluate patients' physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during andafter surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgicalteam to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover fromanesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patientcomfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients' readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patientand other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Medical Specialty :
• Orthopedics
• Pain Medicine
• Sports Medicine
• Surgery

Physical Setting :

Ambulatory surgery center

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED :

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

RN license in appropriate State

BLS, ACLS, and PALS (per Center requirements)

PREFERRED :

Minimum two years of nursing experience

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing

ASC experience

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance