ASC STAFF RN:
Seeking ASC Staff RN in Kingsport, TN
WHO WE ARE:
What began as a handful of family practitioners with a mission to meet the underserved medical needs of the region, has expanded to over 50 locations over TN and VA with more than 200 providers and over 30 medical specialties.
Together, we continue the commitment to serve our patients and the community through high-quality, cost-effective care. We still believe that remaining an independent, physician-owned and led organization is what serves our patients best.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Patient focus, compassion, innovation, integrity and fiscal responsibility.
- Effectively utilizes the nursing process in caring for patients. Maintains working knowledge of techniques and principles of nursing care to ensure complete and competent care of patients.
- EHR documentation is clear, concise and complete.
- Collaboration with patient/family and members of the healthcare team. Acts as a patient advocate with others.
- Complies with all safety and infection control standards/policies.
- Complies with all surgery center policies and procedures.
- Follows all nursing standards and protocols.
- Assures patient confidentiality at all times.
- Exhibits flexibility in areas of assignment.
- Follows procedures and practices related to pain management assessment and identification of abuse and neglect.
- Follows all OSHA Safety, Fire and Emergency Preparedness guidelines.
- Performs other functions as requested by the Nurse Manger to include but not limited to, stocking and maintaining adequate supply levels, end of day narcotic counts and patient chart reviews.
- Collaborate with physicians on orders and reviews lab values, EKG’s and x-ray reports
- Document care/charges that is given to patient
- Provide prescribed medications and other pharmaceutical products in accordance with physician’s orders
- Remain prepared for emergency situations ensure to utilize correct emergency procedures, locations of emergency call system and location of emergency supplies and equipment
- Administers medication and performs treatments to assigned patients
- Participates in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment
- Performs job duties competently and in a timely manner.
- Adjusts work assignments and personal schedule according to patient load and staffing needs.
- Maintains current knowledge of skills necessary to provide nursing care to patients of all ages and levels of growth and development.
REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE:
- Associates or better in Associates in Applied Science required
- Bachelors or better in Nursing preferred
- Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice.
- BLS, CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications are required
- Two years of PACU, ICU, ER or OR experience is preferred.
- Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions.
- Thorough knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to any age level and any level of growth and development.
- Maintains current knowledge and skills in department policies and procedures and implements appropriately.
- Uses problem solving techniques in resolution of patient care issues.
- Acts as a patient advocate.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Company paid Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Company paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(K) and Roth Retirement plan with Company Contributions
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and additional Life and STD Insurance
- Health Savings Account Plan with company contributions
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts
- And More!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person