Registered Nurse
Company: Atlantic Vision Partners
Location: Forest
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Part-time Description A Registered Nurse is a professional who
provides patient care based on the nursing process; being involved
with maintaining the standard of care for assigned patients through
assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. The Registered
Nurse shall oversee and guide employees that are under his/her
supervision. The Registered Nurse actively supports and promotes
the Centers Philosophy and mission statement. The Registered Nurse
is directed by the Charge Nurse. What You’ll Do Assesses patient
status on admission to the preop area, the operating room and/or
the post-op area, and on a continuing basis. Provides safe,
therapeutic quality care to patients by utilizing the nursing
process and nursing diagnosis in a timely manner and by setting
appropriate priorities. Coordinates nursing interventions to
enhance achievement of expected outcomes and to ensure readiness
for discharge. Documents interventions and patient’s responses.
Ensures provision of patient care in an organized and timely
manner. Utilizes nursing care standards when planning and
implementing patient care. Communicates appropriate information
regarding patient conditions to those who require the Information
including, surgeons, anesthesia, management and other staff. Safely
carries out physician’s orders correctly and promptly, documenting
all activities. Initiates and participates in patient and family
education. Assesses learning needs according to patient’s level of
understanding and readiness to learn. Displays an understanding of
each patient’s cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological
maturity in assessments, treatment, and care. Takes part in pre-
and post-op phone calls and communicates any problems to the
appropriate person. Maintains competencies to function in RN role
within specific area. (Ex. OR circulator – Identification, counting
and care of instrumentation and sponges, skin preparation of
surgical site). Maintain competencies in conscious sedation
administration and monitoring of sedated patient Including airway
protection, assessment and support of sedated patients. Protect
sedated and anesthetized patients by identifying safety hazards
such as electrical, equipment, pressure points and by minimizing
exposure to maintain privacy and body temperature. Expertise in
safety principles, asepsis, sterile technique and universal
precautions. Assesses, anticipates and implements appropriate care
throughout the surgical process Correlates clinical data with
nursing care. Provides the patient with care measures congruent
with his/her age, sex and health status. Excellent organizational
skills and attention to detail, prioritizes work to meet the
changing needs of the department. ASC Registered Nurse Page Two
Document and perform nursing care in assigned area based on
standards of care and practice, and TDC policies and procedures.
Adhere to all policies and procedures, including standards for
confidentiality, Infection Control, safety (OSHA), attendance,
punctuality and personal appearance. Serve as a role model and
mentor, providing direction and leadership to other staff.
Demonstrates understanding of established emergency procedures for
the Center. Demonstrates the ability to direct and provide patient
care in emergency situations. Shows the ability to make decisions
about Center-based problems. Participates in the orientation of
nursing and ancillary staff as requested. Participates in
developing standardized patient education programs. Participates in
Quality Improvement activities including identification of
opportunities for cost reductions and efficiencies. Works to
achieve and maintain regulatory certification and accreditation of
the Center. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for
professional practice and for continued professional growth and
development through printed material or other sources and by
attending in-services and seminars as appropriate. Must be willing
to flex work hours as needed and/or requested by Manager. Other
duties as assigned. Requirements What You Bring · Training and
understanding of HIPAA requirements and the importance of
maintaining patient · confidentiality. · Strong communication and
out-going, positive interpersonal skills · Empathetic personality
with attention to patient’s needs · Strong organizational skills
with attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks · Ability to
work as a team member and uphold organizational standards and
values · Excellent judgment, dependability, and diligence ·
Demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity · Demonstrated
accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality ·
Customer and patient service orientation: prompt response to
patient needs and ability to manage difficult or emotional customer
situations with tact, empathy, and diplomacy · Professionalism:
displays positive outlook and pleasant manner, does not instigate,
or participate in office gossip or negativity, keeps commitments,
dresses appropriately, and is well-groomed · 1-2 years’ experience
in a surgery center preferred · Has a current license to practice
as a Registered Nurse in the State. · Current BCLS certification ·
Current ACLS certification preferred or basic EKG or Arrhythmia
identification certification · ERM system familiarity · Graduate of
an accredited school of nursing. · Willingness to submit to a
background check (drug screen for Ambulatory Surgery Centers only)
Benefits & Perks We’ve got you covered in more ways than one! As a
full-time employee, you receive medical, dental, vision, a 401k
plan, long-term disability, and life insurance. Pay is determined
based on qualifications and experience. You will also get: · No
nights or weekends = work/life balance · Paid uniforms · Paid
vacation and holidays ( two floating holidays) · Tuition
reimbursement opportunities · Referral bonus opportunities ·
Discount on designer eyewear · Paid certified accreditation program
Physical Requirements: · Exerting up to twenty-five pounds of force
occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. ·
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists,
hands, and/or fingers. · Must have close visual acuity to perform
an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive
reading, interpretation, etc. · Must be able to be stationary for
prolonged periods of time. Cognitive Requirements: · Executes tasks
independently. · Learns and memorizes tasks. · Maintains
concentration/focus on tasks. · Performs task in a demanding
environment requiring multi-task and prioritize work. · Must be
comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people
daily. Compliance training and testing is required annually and as
needed. Ready to Join Our Team? Apply Now! Atlantic Vision Partners
provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state, or local laws.
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