Registered Nurse Outpatient Surgery Center

Summary Job Description: R egistered Nurse   Outpatient Surgery Full -Time   |   1 st   Shift   BHCOR-Surgical Services   I   Corbin , KY   OSC consists of Preop unit with 6 bays, intra op, phase 2 recovery has 4 bays, isolation room has 2 bays, they get the patients ready for endoscopy procedures, perform the procedure,   recovery   the patient, and discharge the patients from that area.   Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical and procedural services.   Responsibilities include preoperative assessment and preparation, intraoperative circulating nurse duties,   post anesthesia   recovery care, and discharge planning and education. The RN   utilizes   critical thinking, clinical   judgment, and evidence-based practice to coordinate safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout the   perioperative   continuum. The RN collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, surgical staff, patients, and   families to ensure   optimal   patient outcomes while   maintaining   compliance with organizational policies,   professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The RN serves as a patient advocate, promotes a culture   of safety and quality, and   demonstrates   accountability for ongoing professional development and excellence in   patient   care.   Description:   Performs preoperative assessments, develops plans of care, provides patient education, coordinates discharge planning, and documents patient care.    Provides circulating, perioperative, and PACU nursing care while ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.    Monitors patient status,   responds to changes in condition, and manages emergencies using sound clinical judgment.    Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, patient-centered care.    Serves as a patient advocate while promoting effective communication, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.    Demonstrates leadership through delegation, teamwork, mentoring, and professional development.    Maintains required licensure, certifications, competencies, and compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.   Requirements:   Associate Degree in Nursing   required ;   Bachelor's Degree   preferred.    Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.    Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit.    No experience   required ; perioperative, critical care, or emergency department experience preferred.    Post-Hire Requirements:   BLS (American Heart Association) within   30 days ; Glucometer Training upon hire; Aegis Training as   required .   Benefits :    Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance   Life Insurance   Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance   Identity Theft Protection   Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually    Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave    5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire    Bereavement Leave (includes pets)    PTO Sell Back Program    Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)   Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support    Retirement with Company Match   Work Experience Education If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.