SURGERY RN

Do you want to make a difference in someone's life? Do you want to work for a dynamic and busy organization that cares about patients and staff?

If so...

McFarland Eye Care wants YOU!!!

Job Summary: 

Performs surgical nurse duties including;  administering medications and tests, monitoring the patient throughout surgery as directed by the protocol as prescribed by the physician.  Also may assist in Clinic as necessary with patient medical needs. Builds rapport and a positive relationship with doctors, staff members, and patients.

Essential Functions:

1. On surgery days will be assigned in the OR to either Post-Op or Pre-Op duties to include:

• Prepare the operating room.
• Accurately complete all required documentation before and after surgery in a timely manner.
• Perform pre-op identification of patient and confirmation of procedure scheduled.
• Must follow the physician’s directions, comply with all surgical protocols, and follow all hygiene guidelines to ensure the safety of the patient.
• Prep and assist patients before surgery and assist patients after surgery. Administer and monitor patient medications, monitor patient vitals
• Assist OR staff and physicians with equipment, supplies, and gowning.
• Dispose of biohazards in the appropriate manner.
• Maintain an adequate level of supplies in the surgery rooms at all times.
• Review post-op instructions with the patient and family. Ensure that discharge papers are signed and prescribed RX is complete and signed by the physician.
• Ensure that all equipment, medications, and instruments are properly cleaned, returned and secured to their designated location.
• As assigned answer phone calls from patients and pharmacists regarding medications, problems, Rx refills, enter Return Phone Call form conversations in the computer, etc.

3. Make post-op phone calls to review post-operative care and confirm follow-up appointments.

4. Obtain a thorough medical history on surgical patients as requested, order and schedule patients for tests/procedures as necessary; and requesting clearance as necessary.

5. Assess patients in the clinic with medical needs (HTN, low or high blood sugar, chest pain, etc.) Direct care as outlined by protocol. Perform various testing and injections when necessary.

6. Review surgical charts for accuracy and prepare new surgical charts.

Education Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing for Registered Nursing
• Must maintain current Arkansas license to practice as an RN
• Must maintain current CPR Certification

Experience/Skills/Other Requirements

Required:

• Ability to work in a professional, positive and pleasant way with others at MEC.
• Typing ability of 35 wpm.
• Maintain a professional manner in stressful situations
• Strong verbal communication skills in order to converse clearly and professionally with patients and staff 

Desired: 

• Minimum of one year of experience in an eye care clinic
• Minimum of one year experience in surgery
• Minimum of one year experience with electronic health records. 

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Regularly stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasional stress from a workload or from dealing with upset patients or emergency situations.
• Normal vision and hearing needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

This description is intended to provide basic guidelines for meeting job expectations. It includes the essential functions for this job, not all job duties.  Other duties may be assigned and responsibilities may change as needs evolve.