Primary Responsibilities:

Plans, implements, and evaluates pre and post-procedure nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician’s orders. Follows policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for perioperative nursing care according to accepted standards. Organizes and prepares medical records of patients. Documents care appropriately and fully. Follows up on missing data and other patient care needs. Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility. Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of intravenous therapy, medication administration and effects, patient assessment, airway maintenance, patient teaching, emotional/social support of patients and families, and other needed clinical competencies. Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations. Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior. Actively participates in appropriate committee and quality-improvement activities. Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens. Uses good body mechanics. Informs Director of Nursing of applicable day-to-day situations. Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies

Qualifications: 

• Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing required
• Current registered nurse licensure in state of North Carolina required
• BLS / ACLS Certified, as applicable.
• Minimum of 3 years of pre-op / PACU nursing experience in an endoscopy center setting preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards
• Maintains regular attendance

We are committed to excellence in customer service. This is evidenced the moment you walk through our front door and is demonstrated by the care and respect we give our patients, their families, and the community we serve. The physicians and staff at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center strive to bring the very best to your care - dedication, understanding, and experience.

The benefits of working at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center are long and robust. Our benefit programs of “My Health, My Reward, My Future” include:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off plans for vacation, holidays and illness
• Health insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision and prescription medication
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexibility spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities
• Numerous associate recognition programs

The Values of “I CARE – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence” are the heartbeat of our organization. These values are evident in how we serve our patients, their families, our co-workers and the community.