RN - Ambulatory Surgery

About the role

Location: 1625 Hospital Drive, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. Status: Full Time. The Novant Health Southeastern Spine Institute is a world-class specialty center offering the best in spine health expertise, technology, and procedures, including orthopedic spine surgery, neurosurgery, pain management, and physical medicine/rehabilitation. Our facility includes a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center, committed to providing a compassionate, quality-focused patient experience. At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Schedule

Monday-Thursday, 6:30am-4:30pm. No weekends, no major holidays. No call.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care in the perioperative environment, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and facility protocols.
• Serve as the primary patient advocate during surgical procedures, continuously monitoring patient status and maintaining optimal OR conditions.
• Maintain a meticulous sterile field and apply strict aseptic techniques throughout all surgical interventions to minimize infection risks.
• Perform thorough and accurate surgical counts (sponges, sharps, and instruments) in collaboration with the surgical team.

Requirements

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure/Certification: RN License in Appropriate State, required.

Qualifications

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• Experience: One year of ASC, PACU or operating room experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: ACLS and PALS, preferred.

Skills

• Must have a thorough understanding of role of RN and the ability to carry out the functions as stated in the appropriate relevant state nurse practice act.
• Ability to set priorities and organize workload of unit.
• Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient’s age.
• Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to age specific needs.
• Proficient in telephone screening and interviewing skills.