Ambulatory Surgery Center RN - Relocation Offered!
Company: MedStar Health
Location: White Plains
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
About this Job: General Summary of Position Assesses, plans,
implements, and evaluates the quality of care to patients during
episodic and chronic visits. Assists physicians(s) in all
diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and provides education
counseling and support to patients and their families. Primary
Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of
established department goals and objectives and adheres to
department policies procedures quality standards and safety
standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation
regulations. Participates in policy and procedure development and
training. Assesses the educational needs of patients related to
their condition. Develops and/or implements a health education plan
for each patient/family unit and for groups of patients. Assists
physician(s) with data collection. Collaborates as part of the
primary medical care team to formulate and document ambulatory care
plans for patients and families. Communicates patient's clinical
information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format.
Assures that medical record is current accurate and contain
appropriate documentation. Completes nursing assessments and
conducts ongoing assessments of patients and families. Evaluates
patient progress conveys information to the physician and
coordinate appropriate follow up actions. Ensures that laboratory
specimens are properly labeled the necessary paperwork is completed
and specimens are sent to the appropriate laboratory. Documents and
files all laboratory results. Implements medical orders and the
primary medical care plan for each patient. Dispenses monitors
orders and administers (by mouth injection or IV) in accordance
with the physician's plan of care. Performs venipuncture to obtain
blood samples for testing and other duties within the standards of
practice. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service
improvement teams. Participates in meetings and on committees and
represents the department and hospital in community outreach
efforts. Performs other duties as assigned. May serve as the
primary backup for the duties and responsibilities of other
positions at the site. Prepares patients for physical examination
and/or specimen collection. Assists physician(s) with invasive and
noninvasive procedures and examinations. Processes telephone
inquiries, performs telephone triage, and documents patient phone
calls. Records services and diagnosis on patient's encounter form
to facilitate appropriate billing. Minimal Qualifications Education
High School Diploma or GED Valid RN license in the District of
Columbia Maryland or Virginia required Experience 1-2 years related
nursing experience preferably in an ambulatory health setting or
related specialty involving substantial public contact required
Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure
and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia Maryland
or Virginia or any combination as required based on work
location(s) required and RNC-OB C- Electronic Fetal Mon Perinatal
nurses (labor and delivery antepartum antenatal testing) must
obtain certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) from the
National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 12 months from date
of hire. New graduate nurses or new to specialty nurses (labor and
delivery antepartum antenatal testing) will have 15 months from
date of hire to obtain the EFM certification. required CPR -
Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for
healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association
(AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and Additional
unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business
unit. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Verbal and written
communication skills. Basic computer skills preferred. This
position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.
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