Allied Physicians Surgery Center LLC·South Bend, Indiana
Provide comprehensive peri-operative nursing care and coordinate total patient care with the health team. Act as a patient advocate while maintaining a safe environment and adhering to AORN/ASPAN practices.
Utilizes the nursing process to provide comprehensive nursing care.
Coordinates total patient care in coordination with other health team members, particularly the Center's team.
Functions as a patient advocate utilizing the Patient's Bill of Rights.
Demonstrates professional growth and development by accepting responsibility and accountability for one's nursing practice.
Position Type: Part-Time Hours: 24 hours per week Key Areas of Responsibility: Competency to assess the physiological health status of the patient.
Competency to assess the psychological health status of the patient/family.
Competency to establish realistic and attainable goals based on nursing diagnosis and to develop a plan of care based on nursing actions to achieve patient goals Competency to implement nursing actions in transferring the patient according to the plan of care Competency to provide equipment and supplies based on patient needs Competency to perform sponge, sharps and instrument counts Competency to administer drugs and solutions as prescribed.
Competency to physiologically monitor the patient during the peri-operative phase Competency to monitor and control the environment.
Competency to respect patient's rights.
Competency to perform nursing actions that demonstrate accountability.
Competency to evaluate patients.
Competency to evaluate effectiveness of nursing care.
In keeping with the teamwork philosophy, acts as a resource person to other staff.
Adheres to OSHA guidelines for Universal Precautions for exposure to blood and body fluids, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Participates in the orientation of new employees, students and approved program participants.
Attends Center staff and unit meetings, and educational opportunities.
Demonstrates flexibility in meeting the needs of the Center.
Follows AORN / ASPAN Recommended Practices and Center policy at all times.
Assists visitors, staff and physicians, utilizing good guest relations.
HIPAA Compliance: RN/LPN will have full access to medical records.
Minimum
Current Indiana license. Current CPR certification or certification obtained by completion of orientation. ACLS certification required within one year of hire. PALS certification required for all PACU and Phase II RN's within one year of hire. Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience, preferably in an ambulatory setting. Required to successfully complete medication administration exam provided. Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills. Prior knowledge of surgical instrumentation and peri-operative equipment or ability to learn same. Requires prolonged periods of standing and walking. Requires ability to perform lifting and transport of patients; and lifting of instrument trays and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and to organize work in order of importance. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations and in a variety of peri-operative environments. Requires manual dexterity to operate equipment and handle instrumentation, hearing to understand verbal instructions and near vision to distinguish supplies and instrumentation. Working Conditions: Accountability to Executive Director, Clinical Director, and/or Peri-Operative Manager/Charge Nurse. Normal peri-operative environment with exposure to chemical odors, cleaning solvents and other hazardous materials. Must follow established procedures to ensure safety. Exposure to possible injury when working with electrical equipment and lasers, which require care and following proper safety procedures.
401 (k) 401 (k) Matching Short Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off Employee Assistant Program
Requires a current Indiana nursing license, CPR certification, and at least two years of nursing experience, preferably in an ambulatory setting. Must be able to obtain ACLS and PALS certifications and perform physical tasks including lifting up to 40 pounds.
Market context
Indiana nursing roles often stay in demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can show dependable patient care skills and flexibility. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer phlebotomy training or science experience, so highlighting competency assessment results and any hands-on clinical exposure can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting before applying.
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