CT Technologist Cat Scan Full Time Variable Shift

PIH Health; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pre-op/PACU RN to join their dynamic team in a fast-paced outpatient surgical center. This role is crucial for ensuring the highest quality of care and patient satisfaction, as the nurse will be responsible for planning and implementing nursing services for patients before and after surgery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in nursing practices, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient advocacy. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current SC Nursing License.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement nursing care for pre-op and post-surgical patients.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and manage pain post-anesthesia.
• Educate patients on self-care techniques after procedures.

Skills

Pre-operative Nursing

PACU/Recovery Nursing

Patient Assessment

IV Setting Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork

Aseptic Technique

Teaching Skills

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current SC Nursing License

Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Job description

Carolina Surgical Center is a multi-specialty outpatient surgery center. We are looking for a top performer with solid knowledge of Pre-operative and PACU/Recovery Nursing. This is a fast-paced environment that is driven to reach the highest quality and satisfaction outcomes in Carolina. We are seeking a candidate in a FULL TIME capacity.

The PRE-OP/PACU RN has the responsibility to plan, direct, organize, coordinate, and implement all nursing care services for the pre-op and post-surgical patients in a manner consistent with our mission statement. Nurses work within both pre-op holding and a post-anesthesia care unit (formerly known as the recovery room), where patients are cared for and monitored as they recover from the effects of anesthesia. The nurses' responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to and following surgery. This care includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anesthesia. Additionally, they are responsible for:

• Admitting, transferring, and discharging patients.
• Completing ongoing patient assessment and documenting according to policy.
• Completing nursing assessment within 2 hours of admission or designated amount of time; designating reason for incompleteness. Reviewing database and nutrition screen.
• Participating in the development of patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations, and interventions.
• Reporting symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Assessing, collaborating, and coordinating patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
• Demonstrating appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrating proficient IV setting skills.
• Following age-specific standards in administering medications based on patient’s age.
• Following age-specific standards of care during altered states of consciousness related to analgesia, conscious sedation, or anesthesia.

The surgical site itself requires ongoing evaluation for potential bleeding or other pathological indications. The pre-op/PACU nurse is in charge of assessing the patient’s overall condition during the delicate post-anesthesia period, providing care and intervention as needed. The ability to advocate on behalf of the patient and communicate with other members of the surgical team is a MUST! Documentation and patient education are also components of this critical nursing discipline. In our outpatient surgical setting, it’s the pre-op/PACU nurse who instructs patients in self-care techniques following the procedure and critical post-care instruction in order to ensure the best outcomes for the patient.

Required Skills

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current SC Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems, and correct errors
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and fellow employees (TEAMWORK)
• Strong customer service skills
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation, and be receptive to change
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology

Required Experience

• Previous experience working in an ambulatory surgical setting preferred.