CHARGE NURSE (RN) - FULL-TIME - THE EYE INSTITUTE OF WEST FLORIDA ASC

Company: The Eye Institute of West Florida
Location: Largo
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit -www.eyecare-partners.com.**ONLY CANDIDATES THAT ARE CURRENTLY LOCAL TO THE LARGO/TAMPA AREA WILL BE CONSIDERED**

Title: -Charge Nurse
Company: The Eye Institute of West Florida Ambulatory Surgery Center
Location: Largo, FL
Travel: Travel to our other ASC in St. Petersburg, FL may be required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!
Perks:

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive Base Pay
  
  Hours:
  • Full Time
  • Our clinic is open Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:00pm. You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.
  • No late nights, weekends or on-call shifts!
    
    Requirements:
    • At least 1 year of Charge Nurse/management experience is required, preferably in an Operating Room, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) and/or hospital
    • Experience managing a team of at least 20 direct reports is preferred
    • Must have previous Nursing experience in at least one of the following settings: Operating Room (OR), ASC, Pre-Op/Post-Op, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
    • Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required
    • Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
    • Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required
    • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
    • Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
    • Favorable result on Background Check
      
      JOB TITLE:---Charge Nurse -FLSA STATUS:---Non-Exempt -
      
      
      POSITION SUMMARY -Responsible for the day-to-day smooth running of the facility; including but not limited to coordinating breaks/lunches, daily log checks, schedules, and enforcing policies.--- Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment. -
      
      PEFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS -To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: -
      • Critical Thinking - Ability to supervise and direct patient care in an individual operating room. Ensures that proper techniques and practices are used in accordance to accepted standards of practice.--- Immediately reports and unusual occurrences to charge personnel, documents appropriately in the patient record.--- Demonstrates primary nursing accountability through coordination, communication and continuity of patient care.--- Must be able to assess, prioritize, plan and implement patient care in an effective manner.------------ ---
      • Interpersonal - Demonstrates a positive, friendly, courteous and professional manner. Maintains effective communication with patients, families, Physicians, and other staff.--- Able to work within a team.--- Balances team and individual responsibilities.--- Recognizes each department's significance and works appropriately with other departments. Good communication skills: oral and written. ---Complies with HIPAA regulations and is knowledgeable of patient rights. -
      • Job Knowledge/ Responsibilities -- Performs their duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their license as defined by the State. Maintains medical records in an accurate and legible manner.--- Complies with reporting adverse incidents. Has the ability to adhere to work schedule, be organized, manage time effectively and in a cost effective manner.--- Ability to respond to emergent situations.--- Participates in continuing education/in-service training as needed, staff meetings, and the QAPI/Infection Control programs.--- Ability to work independently and within a group.--- Follows physician orders and directions from management. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.--- Assists in training new staff when needed. -
      • Attendance -- Arrives to work area on time and has minimal absences. Observes assigned work schedules and hours.--- -
      • License - Maintains and renews professional license in a timely manner. -
        
        REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
        • Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required -
        • Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
        • Current Registered Nurse (RN) License required
        • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
        • Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
        • At least 1 year of Charge Nurse/management experience is required, preferably in an Operating Room, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) and/or hospital
        • Experience managing a team of at least 20 direct reports is preferred
        • Must have previous Nursing experience in at least one of the following settings: Operating Room (OR), Pre-Op/Post-Op, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
        • Knowledge of CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services), AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care) and AHCA (American Health Care Association) preferred
        • Favorable result on Background Check required
        • Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States -
          
          LANGUAGE SKILLS/COMPUTER SKILLS -
          • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of NextGen Database software and Microsoft Word -
          • Printer, copier, telephone, and fax -
          • Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment -
            
            PHYSICAL DEMANDS -The employee must be able to: -
            • Walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time -
            • Occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds -
            • Occasionally be able to push up to an excess of 200 pounds -
            • Occasionally be able to pull/ lift patients with the assistance of other personnel and or assistive devices, up to an excess of 400-500 pounds -
            • Occasionally be able to bend, stoop, kneel and climb -
              
              ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS -
              • Regular exposure to blood and body substances -
              • Exposure to needle sticks possible -
              • Blood-borne pathogen risk classification category #1 -
                
                WORKING CONDITIONS -
                • Works in well-lit and ventilated surroundings including operating rooms, nurse's stations, procedure rooms, lounge, etc. ---- -
                  
                  If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. -EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. - - -#ECP

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