What you will do in this role: Evaluate patients prior to surgery Provide patient and family education surrounding the procedure and peri-operative process Assume responsibility for patient preparation, including intravenous therapy, preoperative medications, and surgical site verification Participate in surgical site verification, including briefing, time out, debriefing, and universal protocols, according to hospital policy Recognize and respond to patient emergencies Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives Be an integral member of a dynamic interdisciplinary team - consisting of the provider(s), surgeons, surgical technologists and more Consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients Assess patient condition, monitor throughout your shift, and document changes in patient condition along with the care provided thoroughly Educate patients and families/caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment and follow-up measures Qualifications you will need: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing Minimum 1 year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center Active RN license as required by state of employment or appropriate compact licensure Valid BCLS Certification upon employment *online certification not acceptable ACLS as required by facility CNOR certification preferred Benefits Grande Dunes Surgery Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. Grande Dunes Surgery Center is located just blocks away from the ocean in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and is the leading provider of outpatient surgical services in the Horry County area.