Description
This position is ideal for a candidate who is energetic, friendly, and passionate about the beauty industry (Plastic Surgery); must be a quick learner who can adapt to a fast-paced work environment. Patient experience is a core tenant of our philosophy and as such, candidates should love delivering quality care.
ABOUT THE COMPANY: Vitenas Cosmetic Surgery is dedicated to the fine art of achieving beautiful and natural aesthetic results in the safest possible environment and with the greatest attention to personalized care. We believe each patient is unique and requires a personalized plan to achieve his/her goals. This requires an understanding on the part of patient and surgeon, mutual agreement of the goals and personal trust. We believe in the relentless pursuit of perfection and see no substitute for trying to obtain it in all that we do. We want our patients to feel welcome in our office and establish long term relationships. Lastly, we cannot over-emphasize the important nature of the artistic component of cosmetic surgery; it is, above all else, the defining feature of this type of work. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Vitenas is one of the most sought-after aesthetic surgeons in the country and has built a very large practice with a very busy OR schedule.
BENEFITS
Competitive compensation based on experience, health insurance, employee discounts of beauty products and services.
JOB SUMMARY
Safe delivery of Operating Room Care. RN is responsible for scrubbing into surgeries and assisting in the OR. The scrub nurse is responsible for maintaining the sterile field during the surgery. Assist the surgeon by handing sterile instruments, sutures, and supplies. Provides patient-centered care. Demonstrates effective communication, consultation, and collaboration skills with members of the team. Acts as patient advocate and maintains privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assesses work area readiness, supplies and equipment readiness for a variety of procedures. Monitors patient safety during surgery and assists surgeon while maintaining a sterile environment. Takes action to correct deficiencies. Pleasant personality, able to answer patient questions and ease patient concerns patiently and thoroughly with a luxury experience in mind. Practice clear and continuous communication with the doctor and surgical staff. Participates in rotational phone on-call schedule.
SCOPE OF CARE
The services provided are for outpatient care. We run 2 operating rooms, simultaneously in the mornings. Full time; Hours: Monday through Friday, 5:30am-2:30pm, but may vary as needed. Experience Required at least 3 years experience as a scrub nurse, OR circulating experience a requirement. 3 years experience as an RN Current RN license issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas. Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.
Education & Training Minimum education requirement:
Associate’s degree from accredited school of nursing program. Preferred education: Bachelor's degree from accredited school of nursing program. Skills Technical, clerical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills relevant to total patient care/area to safely and efficiently treat patients. Superior verbal and written communication skills necessary Writes/prints legibly to document accurately Consistently demonstrates a pleasant, helpful and compassionate demeanor in a fast passed atmosphere.
