Job Description: Registered Nurse

Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to provide a job description for the Ambulatory Surgery Center’s Registered Nurse.

Scope
This policy applies to registered nurses at each USDH affiliated ambulatory surgery center.

Definitions
Provides nursing care to patient and families by utilizing the nursing process.

Reports To
Director of Endoscopy Operations

Nurse Manager

Regulatory Requirements
Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.

Current State Registered Nurse Licensure

Current BLS/ACLS certification

Minimum of one year nursing experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred.

Job Summary
Deliver direct nursing care to patients using the nursing process.

Provide direction, coordination, and evaluation of nursing care.

Assess patients upon arrival and throughout entire stay at the ASC.

Supervises LPNs and non-licensed staff members.

Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies as indicated.

Assist with procedures, as indicated.

Monitor patients before, during, and after procedure according to policies.

Administer medications as directed by the physician’s orders under the guidelines of the PA State Board of Nursing.

Provide patient education.

Clean, disinfect, and/or sterilize instruments and equipment per manufacturer guidelines.

Consults with staff, physicians, medical director, and nurse manager on nursing problems and interpretation of facility policies to ensure patient needs are met.

Participates in performance improvement activities within the department.

Understands the infection control program, emergency preparedness program, safety program, and quality assurance/risk management program.

Participates in the organization, par levels, and maintenance of endoscopy equipment and supplies.

Understands policies, procedures, and standards for the ambulatory surgery center based on current CMS, DOH, and accreditation bodies.

Participates in inspections and surveys, as indicated.

Participates in continuing education activities required for competency.

Maintains professionalism within the center.

Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Performs other duties as assigned, within the capacity of individual knowledge and expertise.

Physical Demands
Moderate periods of sitting, walking, standing, lifting and computer use.

Bloodborne Pathogens Classification
In accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) this position is classified as Level 1 related to anticipated exposure to body fluids. Exposure to blood or other body fluids may occur while performing duties associated with minor first aid, assisting in procedure, decontamination of endoscopes/equipment, potential sharps related injuries, or cleanup of body fluids. These tasks should be conducted by trained staff whenever possible. Annual bloodborne pathogens training is required.
Hepatitis B vaccination is offered.

*** Background Check Requirement ***

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check. In addition, a drug screen will be required. TB testing will also be required for all patient-facing roles.

EEO Statement

At US Digestive Health, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. US Digestive Health is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

US Digestive Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Gastroenterology

Physical setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bensalem, PA 19020: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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