Registered Nurse - Surgical Services New

Hiring Incentive: $4,500*

• $500 on first pay, $2000 at 6 months, and $2000 at 12 months.
  
  

Must still be employed, full/part-time, and in good standing at the time of each payout.

(Please note that amounts will be prorated for part-time hires)

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Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking mission-minded Associates to join us as a full-time (37.5 per week) Registered Nurse to serve our patients at our East Columbus Surgical Center.

Summary

Provides patient care and support to the healthcare team in the ambulatory surgical center as needed to support efficient high-quality care throughout the patient experience including monitoring, medication administration, patient assessment, accurate charting in the electronic health record, team communication and response to emergencies. Supports the revenue cycle through accurately and effectively documenting procedures and medications.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN?

Our Mission and Core Values

We deliver innovative health care, education, and advocacy no matter what.

• Accountable - We take responsibility for our actions and decisions
• Adaptable - We embrace change and remain flexible and resilient
• Collaborative - We work together, valuing diverse perspectives
• Kind - We treat everyone with compassion and respect
• Non-judgmental - We create a safe and inclusive environment
• Solution-oriented - We each operate as champions who look for effective solutions to challenges
• Strategic - We approach our work with a clear vision and thoughtful planning
  
  

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
• Dental
• Vision 100% employer paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year
• Two (2) paid floating holidays per year
• Financial incentive program for certified bilingual staff**
• Planned Parenthood respects and honors all people. Qualified associates who are fluent in a needed language (Spanish, Nepali, or Somali, depending on geographic service area) will earn a $1.00 per hour differential for two years following successful examination.
  
  

What You Will Do

• In accordance with PPGOH medical protocols, completes appropriate review of medical history and physical assessment, promptly reporting abnormal findings to clinician.
• Admits and releases patients from recovery room. Educates patients on their chosen method of contraception and aftercare instructions.
• Performs timely and accurate charting in the electronic health record.
• Completes appropriate sedation assessment, starts peripheral IVs, administers moderate sedation as directed by the clinician, and monitors sedated patients intra-operatively.
• Coordinates surgical patient flow taking into account the physician on duty and available staff.
• Maintains inventory, supplies and equipment for abortion services including emergency supplies and equipment.
• Performs support of daily inventory count of medication and narcotics, or as required.
• Willing and able to maintain ACLS certification and respond appropriately to medical emergencies, in accordance with PPGOH Medical Standards and Guidelines.
• Assists Clinician and Practice Manager in assuring the abortion services comply with Quality Assurance, Regulatory (ODH, CLIA, PPFA), and OSHA requirements. Maintains surgical services lab and patient logs. Coordinates audits, necessary patient follow-up, and completes necessary surgical service reports.
• Ability to receive and respond to emergency calls from abortion services patients during scheduled work hours.
• Gives injections, i.e. DMPA, and therapeutic medication as ordered by the clinician.
• Performs all necessary lab services including venipuncture.
• Competently performs duties as Sedation and Recovery Nurse.
• Promotes and maintains communication with patients, peers, clinic manager, clinicians, and administration.
• Participates as a team player and promotes team building
  
  

What You Will Bring

• ADN or BSN from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Ohio Registered Nurse license required
• OB/GYN experience preferred; health center experience helpful.
• Med-surg or OR experience preferred but not required
• Bilingual in Spanish highly desired
• Strong commitment to quality health care
  
  

PPGOH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC), may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role