Ambulatory Surgical Nurse

Provides care in the ambulatory setting directed towards meeting the psychosocial and physical needs of the surgical patient. Communicates with the physicians about the patient's clinical condition regarding the planned surgical procedure. Care given reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Utilizes initiative, is a self-starter and strives to maintain steady level of productivity. (Is compatible, supportive and a team player.) Communicates on behalf of the patient (patient advocate); care provided reflects the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment of all patient populations and perform reassessments per facility policy.
• Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts, knowledge of diseases/surgical conditions, care required and good judgment...