Surgical and Medical RN Supervisor
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Surgical and Medical RN Supervisor
Full Time Phoenix, AZ, US 1 Attachments
Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually
Our Mission
Our mission is to bring care that’s whole, human, and healing. Blending medical, behavioral, and lifestyle support into a single plan because restoring life takes more than a prescription.
At Lifekind 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, and dietitians, 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. Learn more about us at www.Lifekindhealth.com .
Job Duties:
Pre-Operative (Pre-Op) Responsibilities:
- Perform patient intake, verification, and comprehensive nursing assessments (vitals, history, allergies, medications)
- Review and verify surgical consents, documentation, labs, and clearances prior to procedures.
- Initiate IV access and prepare/administer ordered medications and fluids.
- Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, pregnancy tests)
- Provide patient and caregiver education regarding procedures and post-operative expectations.
- Conduct pre-operative phone calls to review instructions, medical history, and transportation arrangements.
- Ensure accurate and complete chart preparation and documentation.
- Maintain pre-op area readiness, cleanliness, and supply stocking
Intra-Operative (Operating Room – Circulating Nurse) Responsibilities:
- Serve as circulating nurse, ensuring patient safety and acting as patient advocate.
- Prepare operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies prior to procedures.
- Verify patient identity, surgical procedure, and site using established safety protocols.
- Assist surgeons and scrub technicians while maintaining sterile field integrity.
- Collaborate with anesthesia providers to ensure continuous monitoring and patient stability.
- Perform surgical counts and monitor adherence to aseptic technique.
- Accurately document intraoperative events, medications, implants, and specimens
- Respond to intraoperative emergencies and initiate appropriate protocols
- Receive and assess patients immediately post-procedure, including airways, vitals, and level of consciousness.
- Monitor and document ongoing patient status, recognizing and responding to complications.
- Administer medications, manage IV therapy, and titrate oxygen as needed.
- Provide pain management and patient comfort measures.
- Educate patients and caregivers on discharge instructions and post-operative care.
- Complete discharge documentation and conduct follow-up calls as required.
General & Operational Responsibilities:
- Maintain inventory and restock medications and clinical supplies.
- Perform daily equipment and safety checks (crash cart, AED, oxygen, suction, glucometer)
- Conduct environmental and temperature monitoring for compliance.
- Assist with EKGs, chart audits, scanning, and documentation compliance.
- Prepare patient charts and surgical documentation.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment.
- Participate in quality improvement and risk management initiatives.
- Support patient flow, including escorting patients and assisting with room turnover
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Arizona
- Current BLS (CPR) certification required; ACLS required or obtained within designated timeframe.
- Minimum one (1) year of perioperative, surgical, OR, or PACU nursing experience preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of sterile techniques, infection prevention, and patient safety standards
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.