Procedural Nurse (Darien)

Overview  This role is responsible for providing nursing services in a vascular Office-Based Lab setting. The Critical Care (otherwise known as Office-Based Lab) Nurse will collaborate with clinical leadership in the performance of the management, clinical, and patient care aspects of his/her duties, and will always act within scope of practice and under the authority of the attending surgeon. This role will perform all responsibilities and duties within the limits established by the physician staff and consistent with the statutes of the Connecticut Board of Nursing.  This role is full-time, non exempt. This role will report to the Office Manager for operational matters and to the Lead Office Based Lab Nurse for clinical matters.  Responsibilities  Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  Responsible for patient care, including: Oversee patient experience from pre-procedure to discharge Ensure that patients are called in a timely manner before procedure, are given adequate instructions and their questions are answered  Provide post-procedure call backs to all patients within 24 hours Ensure patient medical records are comprehensive and complete including medical history Observe patient vital signs during procedure Maintain patient records in filing system Ensure comfort of patient support systems in center, including stocking refreshments and snacks in the waiting room and refrigerator Uphold the standards of AAAASF  Assist as needed with daily operations of the out-patient endovascular center, including:  Review scheduled cases ahead of time  Maintain Infection control  Stock medications, supplies and equipment  Ensure the center is adequately staffed  Ensure safety standards are maintained throughout the center  Maintain patient and narcotic logs  Other responsibilities as directed by clinical leadership Requirements  Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing, minimum of BSN  Registered as a nurse in the state of Connecticut  BLS and ACLS certification  ICU or ED experience a must  PACU experience helpful  Ability to stand for prolonged periods  Ability to follow oral and written instructions precisely  Willing to be available for local and/or regional assignments as needed  Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and employees within the organization  Ability to adequately use the department’s computerized system and its associated devices  Compensation $41/hour - $60/hour. Negotiable based on skills and experience.  #Darien