• Observe and record patient behavior
• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests
• Collect patient health history
• Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans
• Administer medication, change wound dressings and care for other treatment options
• Read and interpret patient information, making treatment decisions when appropriate
• Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients
• Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants and nurse aides
• Research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes

Our Story

Savas (pronounced sah-vus) is a derivative of the word Seva (pronounced say-va), which means an act of selfless service and compassionate care. At Savas Health we strive every day to live up to that definition by providing the best care possible for our complex patient population. Our team of medical doctors, psychologists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, dietitians, and massage therapists work together within a revolutionary transdisciplinary model that addresses the quadruple aim of healthcare: enhancing patient experience, improving patient health, reducing healthcare costs, and increasing employee satisfaction. Visit our website at www.savashealth.com.

Job Duties

Qualifications

• Current Vocational Nurse license in the state of California.
• General computer skills including typing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and medical record data review and entry.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Conditions: The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Similarly, the work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to manipulate equipment, and to talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is high to moderate.

Disclaimer: The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to decide the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Job incumbents are expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the position, facility, or the business.

The position purpose, principal accountabilities, essential functions, minimum qualifications and the requirements listed in this job description are representative only and are not exhaustive of the tasks that a Team Member may be required to perform. Savas Health reserves the right to revise this job description at any time, and to require Team Members to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business considerations or work environment change.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Savas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or any other protected class, political affiliation or belief.

• Online application.
• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Copy of all college transcripts.
• Kentucky State Law requires state and national pre-employment background checks as a condition of employment.
• Selected candidate will perform a teaching demonstration.

Operating Room Nurse
Work a schedule that fits your life: No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays, No Call

Center for Specialty Surgery of Austin (CSSA) is a full service ambulatory outpatient facility. We are state licensed, Medicare certified, and AAAHC accredited. We are seeking an experienced OR RN to provide quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies.

HOURS:

Full Time

40 hours per week

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Included, but are not limited to:

• Circulates and scrubs for surgical procedures as assigned.
• Provides communication between team members in the surgical field and persons outside the operating room.
• Confirms surgical site with patient and surgeon.
• Maintains sterile environment during the surgical procedure.
• Conducts and documents sponge/sharps and instrument counts as required during the surgical procedure in conjunction with the OR technician.
• Completes intraoperative documentation of the procedure.
• Acts as patient advocate during their stay in the operating room.
• Assists with room turnover, including disposal of trash and linen, cleaning of OR table and floor, assembly and opening of sterile supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of operating room nursing experience required.
• Strong orthopedic experience preferred.
• Experience with plastics preferred.
• Scrubbing experience a plus, but not required

• Current Texas RN license
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification 

Job Type: Full-time

Salary:  Commensurate with experience

FT RN

Work a schedule that fits your life: No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays, No Call

Center for Specialty Surgery of Austin (CSSA) is a full service ambulatory outpatient facility. We are state licensed, Medicare certified, and AAAHC accredited. Due to our current growth, we are seeking a Registered Nurse to provide quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies.

HOURS:

40 hours per week 

PURPOSE:Assesses patients, plans care, serves as patient advocate and assures optimal outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES: CSSA expects job performance to be consistent with its mission and believes that each Employee contributes to improved performance by continuously searching for ways to increase efficiency and enhance fiscal performance and viability. Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

The Registered Nurse will provide patient care by:

• Reviewing the patient chart by becoming familiar with orders including but not limited to lab orders and results, radiology orders and results, H & P’s and updates, consents
• Acting as patient advocate throughout perioperative stay
• Maintaining standards of professional care
• Explaining procedures/treatment/discharge to patient and family members to alley apprehension and to verify understanding of procedure/discharge
• Following all universal precautions and blood borne pathogen protocols
• Assuring needed supplies and equipment are available as needed for patient care
• Providing for the emotional/physical comfort and safety of patients and visitors
• Responding to life saving situations
• Providing individualized discharge education and teaching as appropriate.

The documentation of patient information will be completed by:

• Documenting patient assessment in the electronic patient record, and nursing care plan
• Ensuring that timely, accurate and complete supply charges are documented
• Giving a patient report for transfer of care that includes assessment, safety issues including allergies, alerts (falls, isolations, history) on the perioperative patient transfer sheet, or SBAR (if applicable).

Medication administration will be completed by:

• Administering prescribed medications in accordance with approved methods and techniques
• Accurately labeling all medications
• Completing medication reconciliation/charges

The patient will be assessed by:

• Preparing Pre-OP/PACU – I and II for needed supplies and equipment
• Maintaining awareness of patient’s safety needs at all times
• Continuously maintaining focus on patient’s condition
• Following up with patient phone calls following discharge

The registered nurse will provide clinical expertise by:

• Sharing knowledge with other staff and students as appropriate
• Assisting with the orientation and education of staff and students
• Demonstrating ability to use critical thinking skills by assessing situation and adapting to changes
• Cross-training to other patient care areas
• Demonstrating clinical expertise and contributes to the advancement of professional perioperative nursing practices by communicating current research and trends related to a specialty
• Expanding clinical expertise through appropriate education

Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education. Requires current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse. Interpersonal Skills. Builds relationships and respects others. Is able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing. Requires adaptability with regular interpersonal contact. Decision-Making Ability. Work defined by established practice. Plans and carries out work under general management direction. Unusual situations are reviewed with a manager. Analytical Ability. Apply basic clinical principles to routine and moderately complex problems. Concentrates and pays close attention to detail. Required Physical Effort. Exerts 20-50 lbs of force occasionally and/or 10-25 lbs of force frequently. Risks and Undesirable Workplace Conditions. May be exposed to body fluids, punctures and falls. Job requires protective equipment. Must use universal precautions. Pleasant, well illuminated area. Special Knowledge Required. Requires BCLS at time of hire, and ACLS within one year.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Commensurate with experience