USPI Platinum Surgery Center, is seeking a motivated LVN/RN to join our team. We have 6 OR rooms and 1 Treatment room. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in General, Gastro, Anesthesiology, ENT, Pedi Dentistry, Ophthalmology, Oral, OB/GYN. Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some early mornings and later evenings may be required; schedule subject to change based on surgical schedule and flow of the day.

Job Summary:

• The LVN is responsible for assisting/supervising in overall ASC operations to include patient triage, visits, and scheduling, returning calls and prescription refills.
• Pre-Procedure and Admission to ASC to include explanation of procedure, explanation of all required patient forms, obtaining patient signatures on all forms.
• Correctly performs IV insertion, administers IV medications and other medications under supervision as ordered for the patient.
• Responsible to maintain and provide a safe, clean and orderly environment, through use of aseptic principles, consistent cleaning/disinfection of all patient care areas, and daily maintenance of endoscopic equipment.
• Protects patient confidentiality by adherence to HIPAA standards and guidelines.
• Maintains accurate and complete endoscopic records, documenting all nursing assessments, interventions and patient responses.
• Assures laboratory/tissue policy and procedures are followed.
• Initiates emergency measures as indicated.
• Pre and post-procedure teaching and discharge instructions.
• Functions within the scope of nursing practice as required by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Keeps knowledge and skills current through continuing education.
• Reports errors of commission/omission.
• Assures infection control policies are followed.
• Anticipates and helps maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and medications.
• Adheres to instructions and established routines.
• Assists with orientation of new personnel.
• May be the nurse designate in assisting the pharmacist to maintain accurate records of all medications located in the pharmacy closet.
• Assists others as needed.
• Other duties as required.
  
  

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Required Skills:

Qualifications:

• Completion of accredited LVN program
• Current Texas LVN license
• Current BLS
• 2-3 years' experience
  
  

USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.