Hoffman Estates Surgery Center - RN PreOp/PACU

Regent Surgical; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Regent Surgical is looking for a PreOp/PACU RN in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. This role involves comprehensive care of patients before and after surgery, ensuring safety through monitoring and assessments.

The ideal candidate will have an RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications, and preferably two years of nursing experience. This is a per diem position with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing necessary.
• RN license in the appropriate state required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are mandatory.
• Minimum two years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health before surgery.
• Monitor vital signs as patients recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of nursing care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Monitoring vital signs

Pain management

Communication with surgical team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

RN license

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification

Job description

About Hoffman Estates Surgery Center

Hoffman Estates Surgery Center is specifically designed to be comfortable, convenient and an excellent alternative to hospital-based surgery. With more than 14 years of experience delivering surgical care to our community, we continually offer patients the benefits of advanced technology, outstanding clinical talent, compassionate patient care and superior patient satisfaction.

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this venue, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership models that give both physicians and hospitals what they need to ensure long-term clinical and financial success.

Position Summary

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial/family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

This is a Per Diem position.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during and after surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patient comfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients’ readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patient and other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license in appropriate State
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Preferred

• Minimum two years of nursing experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing
• ASC experience