Registered Nurse - Part Time - Granger Surgery Center

This position is located at the Granger Ambulatory Surgery Center in Granger, Indiana.

Benefits

As a Registered Nurse with Granger Surgery Center, you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure / certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician / provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Critical Care RN :
• Administering medications and treatments, managing life support equipment, and educating patients and families.
• Provides specialized care to critically ill patients, often in intensive care units (ICUs).
• Constantly monitors patients vitals and overall condition.
• Managing life support equipment.
• Emergency Services RN :
• Provides immediate and critical care to patients with urgent medical needs.
• Conducts immediate assessment, triage, and stabilization of patients in emergency situations.
• Ensures spinal immobilization when necessary.
• Assists in trauma procedures (chest tube insertion, peritoneal lavage).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Licenses and Certifications

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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