Northwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, we are searching for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to add to our ASC team. This one is per diem, so you pick up the shifts you want. Northwest Eye Surgeons - Sequim runs at clinic pace, on scheduled patients.
Posted Sep 15
Unit and setting
ASC · Ambulatory Surgery Northwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, we are searching for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to add to our ASC team.
License
RN license Holds a current license from the State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurseregistered nurse license
Term
Per Diem Registered Nurse - ASC Per Diem
Do you qualify?
License
registered nurse licenseHolds a current license from the State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse
Certification
ACLS/AED certificationCurrent ACLS/AED certification is mandatory
Education
graduate of a college or university and/or accredited school of nursingGraduate of a college or university and/or accredited school of nursing
Also asks
knowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the OR and surgical proceduresKnowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the operating room and surgical procedures
Also asks
knowledge of ophthalmic proceduresKnowledge of ophthalmic procedures to be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and safe positioning of patients for those procedures
Preferred
Experience
1 year operating room and ASC experienceOne (1) year of operating room and ASC experience preferred
Experience
conscious sedation experienceCurrent or previous conscious sedation experience preferred
Experience
operating room and ASC experience
Also asks
completion of conscious sedation certification course, equivalent training or experienceRecommend completion of conscious sedation certification course, equivalent training or experience
Benefits401(k) Plan with employer contribution401(k) Plan with employer contribution
More benefits (5)
BenefitsCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Life Insurance
BenefitsGenerous PTO/HolidayGenerous PTO/Holiday
Provide ACLS and BLS training
pay for licensure
uniforms are provided
The role and schedule
Patients
Northwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, we are searching for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to add to our ASC team.Northwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, we are searching for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to add to our ASC team.
Day to day
Preoperative and postoperative patient callsPreoperative and postoperative patient calls
Day to day
Patient admission and dischargePatient Admission and Discharge
Day to day
Record and analyze patient medical histories, symptoms, and conditionsRecord and analyze patient medical histories, symptoms, and conditions
Day to day
Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physicianAdminister medications and treatments as ordered by the physician
Provide conscious sedationMay provide conscious sedation(*)
Day to day
Function as designated Infection Control SpecialistMay function as designated Infection Control Specialist (**)
Day to day
Create patient care plans with the help of other healthcare professionalsCreate patient care plans with the help of other healthcare professionals
Day to day
Discuss treatment plans with physicians and pharmacistsDiscuss treatment plans with physicians and pharmacists
Day to day
Teach patients and their families about the treatmentTeach patients and their families about the treatment
Day to day
Maintain knowledge of instruments used for operations and operating room setupMaintain knowledge of various instruments used for each type of operation and the proper setup of the operating room
Day to day
Maintain current knowledge of asepsis, instrument processing, and sterilizationMaintain current knowledge of the fundamentals of asepsis, instrument processing, and sterilization
Day to day
Research literature and developments relating to operating room nursingResearch literature and new developments in the nursing field with emphasis on developments relating to operating room nursing
Day to day
Complete required continuing educationComplete the required continuing education
Day to day
Oversee the actions of medical assistants and surgical techniciansOversee the actions of medical assistants and surgical technicians
Day to day
Administer medications for conscious sedation as ordered by physicianAdminister medications for conscious sedation as ordered by physician
Day to day
Monitor patient vital signs in the operating roomMonitor patient vital signs in the operating room
Day to day
Maintain infection control program utilizing established protocolsMaintain infection control program utilizing established protocols
Day to day
Identify infection risk and areas of concern using risk assessment toolsIdentify infection risk and areas of concern for transmission of infection using infection control risk assessment tools
Day to day
Perform root cause analysis of unforeseen events and postoperative infectionsPerform root cause analysis of unforeseen events and postoperative infections
Day to day
Oversee ongoing infection control training for designated area employeesOversee ongoing infection control training for employees of designated area
Day to day
Review, assess, and report outcomes of infection prevention and control activities, training, and auditsReview, assess, and report outcomes of infection prevention and infection control activities, training and audits
Day to day
Assist with annual development of the infection control planAssist with the annual development of the infection control plan
Northwest Eyes, is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, we are searching for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to add to our ASC team. Our Company is nationally recognized, with vast clinical experience in a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results. Our Company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes that success requires an environment where colleagues are respected and valued.
Provide ACLS and BLS training, pay for licensure, and uniforms are provided.
Work cooperatively with physicians and staff, exhibiting teamwork characteristics. Demonstrate initiative, insight, and judgment in all decision-making processes.
Responsibilities
Preoperative and postoperative patient calls
Patient Admission and Discharge
Record and analyze patient medical histories, symptoms, and conditions
Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician
Intraoperative Circulation
May provide conscious sedation(*)
May function as designated Infection Control Specialist ()
Create patient care plans with the help of other healthcare professionals
Discuss treatment plans with physicians and pharmacists
Teach patients and their families about the treatment
Maintain knowledge of various instruments used for each type of operation and the proper setup of the operating room
Maintain current knowledge of the fundamentals of asepsis, instrument processing, and sterilization
Research literature and new developments in the nursing field with emphasis on developments relating to operating room nursing
Complete the required continuing education
Follow all compliance policies and procedures, including HIPAA, OSHA, WISHA, patient confidentiality, and insurance requirements
Function under the direction of all policies, regulations, and procedures of Northwest Eye Surgeons
Oversee the actions of medical assistants and surgical technicians
(*) Nurse Sedation: IV Medication Administration & Monitoring
Recommend completion of conscious sedation certification course, equivalent training or experience
Must complete initial Nursing Sedation competency; Repeat at least annually
Must follow and maintain a functional knowledge of the facility's Policy and Procedures for Anesthesia Services and Nursing Sedation
Administer medications for conscious sedation as ordered by physician
Monitor patient vital signs in the operating room
() Infection Control Specialist
Maintain infection control program utilizing established protocols
Identify infection risk and areas of concern for transmission of infection using infection control risk assessment tools
Perform root cause analysis of unforeseen events and postoperative infections
Oversee ongoing infection control training for employees of designated area
Review, assess, and report outcomes of infection prevention and infection control activities, training and audits
Assist with the annual development of the infection control plan
Report to the Infection Preventionist and to the QAPI/Governing Board any deficiencies in the infection control program that may signify areas for improvement
Maintain required continuing education
Requirements
Current or previous conscious sedation experience preferred
Knowledge of sterile technique as it applies to the operating room and surgical procedures
Knowledge of ophthalmic procedures to be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and safe positioning of patients for those procedures
The proper method of handling instruments, tissue specimens, cultures, and smears before, during, and after use
Ability to anticipate the needs of the operating team before such needs arise
Demonstrate excellence in communication skills, demonstrated by the ability to convey ideas and information verbally and in writing
Exhibit initiative and the ability to work independently or lead and perform as part of a larger team in a fast-paced environment
Education and Experience
Graduate of a college or university and/or accredited school of nursing
Holds a current license from the State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse
Current ACLS/AED certification is mandatory
One (1) year of operating room and ASC experience preferred
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Sequim's residential landscape follows an elevation and highway-access gradient. Buyers seeking central convenience and simpler commutes settle along the US-101 and Washington Street corridor in Downtown Sequim or Carlsborg, though Carlsborg trades neighborhood polish for practical highway access.
To the north, Sunland offers master-planned, HOA-managed living built around golf courses near the water, while Dungeness features larger parcels and historic agricultural charm closer to the coastline. Higher-end hillside neighborhoods like Bell Hill and Cedar Ridge sit directly in the core of the rain shadow and command steep premiums for sweeping views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic foothills.
Further south, Happy Valley offers expansive acreage and a pastoral feel, though it experiences slightly more overcast conditions than the sunny valley floor.
Getting around+Healthcare workers in Sequim typically commute west along US-101 into Port Angeles, where the county's primary inpatient hospital facilities are located. The drive averages roughly twenty minutes from central Sequim, but can range from fifteen to forty minutes depending on whether a nurse lives up on Bell Hill, out in Dungeness, or near the highway. Travel east along US-101 connects easily to Jamestown S'Klallam tribal health centers and enterprises in Blyn. Transit is available through Clallam Transit buses running the US-101 corridor, though routes do not run on Sundays, making personal vehicle ownership virtually mandatory for shift workers.
Healthcare workers in Sequim typically commute west along US-101 into Port Angeles, where the county's primary inpatient hospital facilities are located. The drive averages roughly twenty minutes from central Sequim, but can range from fifteen to forty minutes depending on whether a nurse lives up on Bell Hill, out in Dungeness, or near the highway.
Travel east along US-101 connects easily to Jamestown S'Klallam tribal health centers and enterprises in Blyn. Transit is available through Clallam Transit buses running the US-101 corridor, though routes do not run on Sundays, making personal vehicle ownership virtually mandatory for shift workers.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is anchored by the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, home to the sand spit and lighthouse jutting into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Cyclists and runners utilize the Olympic Discovery Trail, which crosses the Dungeness River via the historic trestle at Railroad Bridge Park. Boaters and shoreline walkers frequent John Wayne Marina along Sequim Bay, while herds of wild Roosevelt elk can regularly be spotted grazing in nearby valley pastures. Year-round hiking and trail access are enhanced by the local dry microclimate, with Olympic National Park trailheads located a short drive south and west.
Outdoor recreation is anchored by the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, home to the sand spit and lighthouse jutting into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Cyclists and runners utilize the Olympic Discovery Trail, which crosses the Dungeness River via the historic trestle at Railroad Bridge Park.
Boaters and shoreline walkers frequent John Wayne Marina along Sequim Bay, while herds of wild Roosevelt elk can regularly be spotted grazing in nearby valley pastures. Year-round hiking and trail access are enhanced by the local dry microclimate, with Olympic National Park trailheads located a short drive south and west.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Sequim
Sequim offers healthcare workers a Pacific Northwest setting unlike any other, defined by the Olympic rain shadow that keeps annual rainfall around sixteen inches under what locals call the Blue Hole. For nurses, daily routine frequently includes a scenic 15-to-40-minute drive along US-101 into Port Angeles, where primary hospital facilities are concentrated, or serving regional outpatient clinics and Jamestown S'Klallam healthcare enterprises in Blyn. Days off are spent walking the Dungeness Spit, cycling the Olympic Discovery Trail past Railroad Bridge Park, or grabbing wood-fired plates at Alderwood Bistro and fresh catches at Salty Girls. However, relocating medical staff must weigh clear lifestyle trade-offs: the town caters largely to retirees, nightlife is essentially nonexistent after eight in the evening, and finding modern rental housing can prove challenging amid limited inventory. For clinicians who prefer quiet coastal living, lavender fields, and reliable sunshine over big-city amenities, Sequim provides a distinct, nature-focused base on the Olympic Peninsula.
