US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking an experienced PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity for a skilled and compassionate nurse who enjoys providing hands-on patient care in both clinical and surgical settings.
In this role, you'll work closely with our physicians and clinical team to deliver high-quality patient care, assist with in-office surgical procedures, and support patients throughout their treatment and recovery. We're looking for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Pay Range: $55 - $60 per hour based on experience
Position Details
- Position Type: PRN (As Needed)
- Location: Yakima, WA
- Schedule: Based on clinic and surgical needs
Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
Clinical Nursing Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and collaborate with physicians to develop individualized care plans.
- Educate patients on treatment options, procedures, and post-operative care.
- Perform pre-operative assessments and coordinate necessary medications and preparations.
- Document patient assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up instructions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Provide telephone triage, address patient concerns, and coordinate communication between patients and physicians.
- Identify patients who may benefit from vascular testing and assist with coordinating appropriate services.
Surgical Nursing Responsibilities
- Assess and prepare patients for in-office surgical procedures.
- Monitor and support patients throughout the pre-operative, operative, and post-operative phases of care.
- Prepare surgical suites, equipment, and sterile fields while maintaining infection control standards.
- Assist physicians during surgical procedures using proper sterile techniques.
- Ensure surgical equipment, oxygen and nitrogen supplies, emergency equipment, and medications are properly maintained and ready for use.
- Provide post-operative instructions and education to patients and caregivers.
- Support efficient patient flow and timely room turnover between procedures.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington.
- Minimum of 1 year of operating room (OR) experience required.
- Experience assisting with surgical procedures and maintaining sterile technique.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and patient communication skills.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and basic computer applications.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize patient needs, and work collaboratively with physicians and clinical staff.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to providing compassionate patient care.
- Ability to maintain required certifications and credentials.
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