Specialty RN - Plastic Surgery Clinic
US-IA-Waukee
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Req #: 175132
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: UnityPoint Clinic Specialty RN Plastic Surgery Clinic Waukee, IA Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM or 8AM-5PM Full-time + benefits $5,000 sign on bonus offered! Responsibilities: The Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient-centered nursing care within a busy outpatient surgery clinic. This role supports surgeons and advanced practice providers by coordinating patient care, assisting with procedures, and ensuring that patients receive safe and effective pre- and post-operative education. The Specialty RN plays a key role in clinical assessment, care planning, and serving as a resource for patients throughout their surgical journey. Clinical Care & Assessment * Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, obtain medical histories, and evaluate patient readiness for procedures. * Provide pre- and post-operative education to patients and families, including wound care, medication instructions, activity restrictions, and follow-up requirements. * Assist surgeons and providers during in-office procedures, ensuring safe sterile and aseptic techniques. * Administer medications, injections, and treatments according to provider orders and clinic protocols. * Monitor and respond to patient symptoms, concerns, and triage calls using evidence-based nursing judgment. * Perform wound assessments, dressing changes, suture/staple removal, and post-op evaluations. Coordination of Care * Collaborate with surgeons, APPs, CMAs, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and continuity of care. * Coordinate diagnostic testing, pre-operative clearances, referrals, and follow-up appointments. * Support patient safety initiatives and maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA, etc.). * Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR). Qualifications: * Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa (required). * Graduate of an accredited Nursing program (ADN or BSN; BSN preferred). * BLS certification required; ACLS preferred or ability to obtain. * Previous nursing experience in a specialty clinic, perioperative setting, ambulatory surgery, procedural area, or acute care strongly preferred. * Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
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