Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Plastic Surgery

Department: Surgery – Plastic and Reconstruction, Greensboro Medical Plaza North Elm (WFBMG University Group Practice)
Status: Full time, benefits eligible
Hours per week: 40

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Required to work at all locations within the work week in High Point and Greensboro

Pay

Pay range: $35.50 – $53.25 per hour

Responsibilities

• Collects data pertinent to the healthcare consumer’s health or the situation
• Analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues
• Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected, measurable outcomes
• Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment
• Delegates elements of care to appropriate healthcare workers in accordance with any applicable legal or policy parameters or principles
• Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes
• Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles
• Communicates effectively in all areas of practice
• Collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice
• Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession
• Seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking
• Integrates evidence and research findings into practice
• Contributes to quality nursing practice
• Evaluates one’s own and others’ nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations
• Utilizes appropriate resources to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible
• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner
• Practices ethically
• Promotes shared governance or facility decision-making activities, developing and nurturing research to positively affect clinical outcomes and promotion
• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care
• Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (e.g., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants)
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including principles of growth and development over the life span

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
• Active, unrestricted registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in clinical nursing
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
• Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., email, electronic records, digital platforms)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on the teammate’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance