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Under the direction of the department chief, nurse leader, or designee, the Special Procedure Nurse provides practice management support and direct patient care in a procedural unit. Responsibilities include pre- and post-procedure assessment, monitoring, and intra-procedural care for specialty areas such as GYN Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oncology, and GI procedures.
Position Details:
- Department: Urgent Care
- Location: 2 Essex Center Dr, Peabody, MA 01960
- Standard Hours: Per diem (The department is open M-F 7am-6pm and Sat 9am-5pm)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support the procedural process as part of a collaborative care team
- Organize resources and activities to ensure safe, efficient procedural flow
- Provide specialty-specific care, including pre-op assessment, IV moderate sedation, intra-procedural support, and post-op monitoring for patients in areas such as GYN Surgery, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, and GI procedures
- Perform nursing procedures within scope of practice (eg, IV placement and medication administration, injections, wound care, EKGs, glucose testing)
- Deliver patient education and instructions for pre- and post-procedure care; maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality
- Monitor patient condition throughout the procedural process and communicate relevant data to the care team
- Administer medications per physician orders and assist with oncology care coordination and community resources
- Maintain compliance with safety standards, credentialing, and certifications (BCLS, ACLS, specialty certifications)
- Contribute to staff education, department meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Serve as a resource for patient flow management and program planning; foster collaborative relationships
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completed an accredited Registered Nurse education program
- Active and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of MA
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
- 3+ years of relevant experience in medical/surgical or ambulatory nursing exceptions in consultation with VP of Nursing
- Willing or ability to participate in IVMS (Intravenous Moderate Sedation) seminar every two years
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Experience with an electronic medical records system, EPIC experienced
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $43.63 - $81.04 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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