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Job Description
Company Overview: AMSURG is an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services operating a network of more than 250 surgery centers nationwide. In partnership with physicians and health systems the organization delivers high-quality care for patients across a diverse spectrum of medical specialties including gastroenterology ophthalmology and orthopedics. To learn more about AMSURG visit: Gastroenterology Procedure Center believes in face-to-face compassionate medicine where patients feel reassured and unrushed. We specialize in colorectal cancer screening and the treatment of various diseases involving the digestive tract. For nearly 40 years our experienced physicians have dedicated themselves to caring for their neighbors in South Central Pennsylvania.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greets patients and provides comfort and reassurance to the patient.
- Introduces self to patient and verbally validates the procedure.
- Supports the patients right to privacy dignity and confidentiality.
- Utilizes the nursing process to develop plan deliver and execute patients plan of care during postoperative period.
- Assists the patient if necessary with dressing
- Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate post-operative/post-anesthesia period.
- Assesses and legibly documents the patients physical and emotional status upon arrival in the recovery room.
- Develops a plan of care for the patient based on patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia.
- Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the RN Anesthesia provider and physician as appropriate.
- Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge.
- Reviews postoperative instructions and prescriptions from the physician with patient and caregiver and legibly documents in patients medical record.
- Uses equipment effectively following manufacturers instructions for use.
- Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice.
- Assists with inventory of supplies drugs and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels.
- Maintains order and cleanliness of PACU area.
- Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
- Attends all required education.
Position Qualifications
- Current LPN/LVN Certifications
- Graduate of an accredited LPN Program
- BLS/ACLS Certification
- 1 year relevant experience
Apply Now! Come Join our Team! We offer Competitive Pay Medical Dental and Vision plans plus Work/Life balance by Paid Time Off!
EOE Statement: AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older) race color religion gender sex national origin pregnancy sexual orientation disability genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local laws. We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application please contact us at: . Please include your full name the role youre applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process
Employment Type
Full-Time
