Perioperative RN (Pre/Post Op) – Ambulatory Surgery

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Boyne City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Michigan Surgical Suites is seeking a full-time Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse to join its state-of-the-art ambulatory center in Michigan. You will provide perioperative care using the nursing process and work within procedures that ensure safe, quality patient-family centered care before, during, and after procedures.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of PreOp/PACU or Critical Care experience, hold an unrestricted RN license in Michigan, and possess current BLS, ALS, and PALS.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have at least 2-5 years of experience in PreOp/PACU or Critical Care.
• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred.
• Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS.
• Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed.
• Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients’ admission processes to preoperative department.
• Assess health status in pre-op and verify identification wristbands.
• Ensure operative and informed consents are in order and identify surgeon/procedure.
• Record vital statistics and prepare patients for surgery.
• Initiate IVs and inform patients about procedures and attending staff.
• Assess patient condition post-surgery and ensure normal vitals.
• Document findings in patient files and address questions.
• Maintain IVs and develop care plans; adapt nursing actions to plans.
• Monitor for changes and report to the doctor; educate patients and families.
• Move patients to rooms when ready and respond to post-operative emergencies.
• Record sedation levels, temperature, and manage fluids/blood as needed.
• Keep postoperative space clean and sanitized; change dressings.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication with staff/patients

Adaptability

Aseptic techniques

Education

Active Michigan RN license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Current BLS

ALS

PALS

Job description

Northern Michigan Surgical Suites is seeking a full-time Pre/Post Op Registered Nurse to join its state-of-the-art ambulatory center in Michigan. You will provide perioperative care using the nursing process and work within procedures that ensure safe, quality patient-family centered care before, during, and after procedures.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of PreOp/PACU or Critical Care experience, hold an unrestricted RN license in Michigan, and possess current BLS, ALS, and PALS.