Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists·Spokane, Washington
Provide direct nursing care and utilize the nursing process to ensure a positive perioperative experience for patients. Monitor patient conditions, perform emergency life-saving measures when necessary, and collaborate with medical staff to structure care.
Northwest Orthopaedic Specialists is looking for a Supplemental Pre-op/PACU Registered Nurse to support our growing Ambulatory Surgery Center.
NWOS is closed all weekends and major holidays. No night shifts or on-call.
Provide direct nursing care in conformance with company policies and procedures and ASC standards while advocating/utilizing the nursing process and evidenced based practice.
Exert independent judgment in care of assigned patient, maintaining awareness that errors in judgment may result in serious consequences.
Accept responsibility for the welfare of assigned patients even in critical and life threatening conditions.
Utilize the nursing process in providing care in order to promote a positive and uneventful perioperative experience.
Recognize the need for and perform appropriate emergency life saving measures when applicable.
Maintain a patient-centered mentality and the confidentiality of patient information at all times.
Observe patients, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or physician of patient’s condition and relation to drugs, treatments and other significant incidents.
Provides physical safety for the patient per department specific competencies and procedures.
Monitor, evaluate, and adjust patient care according to patient responses.
Participate in a collaborative effort with other nursing/medical staff to structure patient care.
Plan nursing interventions based on individual patient needs, surgical procedures and standard plans of care.
Maintain knowledge regarding own responsibilities in ASC Disaster Plan and assist with the direction of staff and patients to function according to the plan.
• Day shift, no nights, no weekends, on-call, or major holidays.
$36.50 to $58.40
Related jobs: OR Registered Nurse, RN Operating Room, Ambulatory Surgery Center RN, ASC RN
Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing or higher and a valid Washington Registered Nurses license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also mandatory.
Market context
In Washington, nursing support roles such as Certified Nursing Assistant positions are typically in steady demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings. Competition often centers on active state licensure, current CPR/BLS certification, and reliable communication skills, while benefits like health insurance, paid time off, sick leave, dental, and life coverage can help distinguish offers. Before applying, confirm your CNA license status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
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