Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse, Per-Diem

Oregon SurgiCenter (OSC) has an exciting and unique opportunity for a Pre-Op/PACU Per diem position.

Oregon Urology Institute and Oregon SurgiCenter are one of the largest, most advanced urological centers in the Northwest. Oregon Urology Institute provides patients with some of the region's finest medical experts covering every major urological specialty using proven and leading-edge technologies.

The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse role will work in the Pre-Op and post anesthesia care unit in our outpatient surgery center devoted only to urologic procedures. RNs are responsible for providing therapeutic, effective patient/family-centered care according to physician order, in compliance with the philosophy of the Surgery Center, standards of practice and regulations of governing agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Excellent care given to patients.
2. Ensures delivery of care according to AORN standards
3. Follows all policies and procedures to ensure consistent quality care is provided to patients.
4. Regularly demonstrates competency in performing job tasks and operating equipment.
5. Follows all Surgery Center compliance with regulatory requirements and AAAHC accreditation requirements

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 2 years recent Pre-Op/PACU experience or equivalent preferred.
2. ACLS & PALS certifications preferred but will be required within 6 months of hire.
3. Current healthcare level CPR certification is required.
4. Current RN license is required.

Working Conditions (Physical):

1. Requires extensive mobility, walking and standing
2. Requires some pushing, pulling, and lifting of equipment and/or people
3. Requires the ability to make sound, accurate decisions quickly
4. No nights, weekends, or on-call schedules

Working Conditions (Environmental):

1. Works in a well-lit and ventilated area with complicated equipment, some of which is hazardous in nature
2. May be exposed to people who have communicable diseases. With the utilization of proper techniques, risks are minimized.

Requirements:

1. Demonstrates positive attitude and exhibits a cooperative approach when dealing with patients, physicians, staff, vendors, and visitors.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Oregon Surgi Center is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to fair and impartial treatment of employees, job applicants, and contractors, and to maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free work environment where people treat one another with respect. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.