Staff Nurse -Ambulatory Surgery Phase2 and PACU

Good Samaritan - Vincennes, IN

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Vincennes, IN

Social Assistance

About the position

The Staff Nurse in Ambulatory Surgery Phase 2 and PACU is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care for assigned patients. This role emphasizes collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. The nurse will utilize critical reasoning and clinical judgment to address complex patient needs, ensuring safety and satisfaction throughout the care continuum.

Responsibilities

• Assess and formulate a plan of care for assigned patients.
• Implement and evaluate nursing care based on patient needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to promote a world-class environment.
• Provide ambulatory nursing care across the lifespan to individuals and families.
• Focus on patient safety and quality of care during each encounter.
• Perform nursing interventions and conduct health education.
• Advocate for patients and assist them in navigating the healthcare system.
• Facilitate continuity of care through multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Design, administer, and evaluate nursing services in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Coordinate with charge nurse and manager on new staff orientation.
• Maintain financial responsibility within the unit's budget.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Registered Nurse license from the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Advanced Life Support certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
• Periop 101 certification within 2 years of hire date.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in ambulatory care nursing.
• Leadership skills to support a healthy work environment.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules (full-time, part-time, supplemental)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free access to fitness center
• Career advancement opportunities