Clarkston Surgery Center

Clarkston Surgery Center is an established ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in operation since 2009. The staff of this ASC are highly-trained professionals, who are committed to creating and working in a positive environment. Clarkston Surgery Center provides the highest level of surgical services. The staff works to continuously improve quality and service by focusing on the processes that are important in meeting the needs of patients and their families and physicians on staff at the facility. In addition to the general duties performed by any R.N./L.V.N., the nurse in the Recovery room is responsible for the delivery of quality professional nursing care to the post-anesthesia patient. He/She assists in maintaining the overall function of the recovery room and assists in the pre-op area as needed. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Renders professional quality care to post-anesthesia patients in the PACU, based upon knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age of the patient served.Assesses and maintains adequate ventilation:Determines and maintains patency of airway, inserts oral airway as neededSuctions prnEncourages patient to deep breathe and coughObserves respiration's for adequate rate, depth, and exchange.Observes for cyanosisAssesses and maintains hemostats and circulation:Checks vital signs per policy and proceduresObserves dressings for bleeding or drainageMakes sure all drains and/or tubes are patentReports any deviations in heart rate, rhythm and blood pressure to the physicianAssesses level of consciousness and promotes activity:Frequently orients patient to time and place and that surgery is overAssesses sensory and motor response - is patient awake, talking, or movingInsures Safety and Comfort:Assures patient is not a "falling risk" at all timesAssists patient to progressive recovery room only when patient is stableAssesses need for an administering pain medications as indicatedAttends to spiritual and emotional needsGives emotional supportExplains all proceduresRespects individual religious practicesPromotes continuity of care, etc.Obtains report from OR personnelIncludes family member in plan of post op care, considers growth and developmental needs of family members during each interactionPerforms follow-up call to all patientsRecognizes signs and symptoms of post-anesthesia complicationRecognizes shockRecognizes respiratory complications resulting from anesthesiaAny post-op complications relating to specific surgery Required Skills:Maintains good physical and emotional healthAbility to assess and provide for needs of patients who may be unable to communicateAbility to observe closely and accuratelyAbility to communicate well with othersAble to work well in emergency situationsMaintains neat professional appearance Job Location: In-person. Clarkston, MI  Requirements Include:Graduate from an accredited school of nursing currently licensed to practice in the state of MichiganParticipation in continuing education programsTwo (2) year general duty experienceOne (1) year ICU/ER or Recovery Room experienceCurrent ACLS; PALS as assignedYears Of Experience: 2+ to 5 YearsWorking knowledge of SIS-Complete (Preferred) Benefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental InsuranceDisability insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceMedical specialties:Medical-SurgicalPerioperative CareStandard shift:8-10 Hour ShiftsMonday-Friday: No weekendsSupplemental schedule:OvertimeEducation:Bachelor's (Required)Experience:Nursing: 2 years (Required)License/Certification:RN License (Required)PALS/ACLS/BLS (Required)Work Location: In person – Clarkston, MI