PainPoint Health·Merrillville, Indiana
The Registered Nurse will support patients throughout their surgical experience, including preparation, procedure assistance, and recovery monitoring. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate electronic documentation and ensuring procedure rooms are properly prepared and sterilized.
PRN Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Surgery PRN | Wednesdays and/or Thursdays as Needed | Typical Hours: 7:30 AM-5:00 PM | $38.00/hour Location: Crown Point, IN 46307
Looking for flexible nursing shifts that fit your schedule? Join APAC, a Joint Commission-accredited leader in comprehensive pain management, where you'll provide exceptional patient care in a collaborative outpatient surgery setting. Work alongside experienced physicians and a dedicated clinical team while helping patients improve their quality of life through advanced, minimally invasive treatments.
Flexible PRN schedule with weekday shifts Fast-paced outpatient surgery environment Supportive physicians and collaborative clinical staff Patient-centered culture focused on quality care Opportunity to expand your procedural nursing experience What You'll Do As a PRN Registered Nurse, you'll support patients throughout their surgical experience, from preparation through recovery, while partnering with physicians and fellow clinicians to ensure safe, efficient care.
Obtain and document patient medical histories, medications, allergies, and procedure information.
Assess patients by obtaining and recording vital signs.
Start IVs and prepare patients for procedures, including positioning and draping.
Assist physicians during procedures and provide clinical support as needed.
Monitor patients during recovery and complete accurate electronic documentation.
Educate patients regarding procedures, medications, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.
Prepare procedure rooms with required equipment, medications, and sterile supplies.
Turn over and sterilize procedure rooms between cases.
Escort patients to and from the recovery area.
Address patient questions and concerns with professionalism and compassion.
Complete post-procedure follow-up calls.
Collaborate with the nursing team to promote safe, high-quality patient care.
Required Current, unrestricted Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license. Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience. Current BLS certification. Preferred ACLS certification. Previous experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. You'll excel in this role if you: Communicate confidently and compassionately with patients and colleagues. Remain calm and adaptable in a busy procedural environment. Prioritize patient safety while maintaining strong attention to detail. Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Are committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience from start to finish. Join Our Team If you're looking for a flexible PRN opportunity where you can provide exceptional outpatient surgical care while working alongside an experienced, patient-focused clinical team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Candidates must hold a current, unrestricted Indiana Registered Nurse license and possess at least one year of clinical nursing experience. A current BLS certification is required, while ACLS certification and experience with Electronic Health Records are preferred.
Market context
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