Pre-Op/PACU Nurse – OrthoNC ASC

Orthonc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNC is seeking a dedicated full-time Pre-Op/PACU Nurse for its new Surgery Center. Responsibilities include patient assessments, pre-op preparations, and assisting during anesthesia care. The center specializes in Orthopedics, Spine, Podiatry, and Pain Management, promoting a supportive work atmosphere.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid holidays and time off

401(k)

Qualifications

• Full-time, experienced Pre-Op/PACU Nurse.
• Knowledge of specialized equipment in surgery required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Individual patient assessment and pre-op prep.
• Assisting an anesthesiologist with regional blocks.
• Post-anesthesia care of the patient.

Skills

Patient assessment

IV and medication administration

Aseptic technique

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina is seeking a full-time, experienced Pre-Op/PACU Nurse to become part of our team at our Surgery Center, OrthoNC ASC.

The Pre-Op/PACU Nurse will be responsible for the safety and care of the patient while in the pre-operative and post-operative area.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Individual patient assessment
• Pre-op prep including IV and medication administration
• Assisting an anesthesiologist with regional blocks
• Post-anesthesia care of the patient
• Working in a fast-paced environment
• Maintaining required annual educational competencies required by the center
• Thorough documentation
• Following all policies/procedures at OrthoNC ASC
• Attending all educational in-services and staff meetings
• Participating in councils/committees as needed at the center
• Knowledge of aseptic technique
• Basic computer skills
• Becoming familiar with specialized equipment used in the preoperative and post-operative areas at the center

The candidate must value an environment of safety, as well as a professional, friendly, and supportive work atmosphere. All employees must be able to develop and maintain positive and successful working relationships with all team members including management, co-workers, surgeons, and vendors.

OrthoNC Ambulatory Surgery Center is a newly constructed ASC with 1 Operating Room and 1 Procedure Room. Surgical procedures at the center will focus primarily on Orthopedics, Spine, Podiatry, and Pain Management. We are searching for experienced team members to provide outstanding care to our patients, as well as their families. Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina is a diverse and inclusive organization focused on providing an exceptional patient experience while providing an outstanding work environment for all employees.

Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina offers a competitive compensation package, with full-time benefits including: health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid holidays, paid time off, paid training, and 401(k). For more information about our company, please visit our website at www.orthonc.com. We are an equal opportunity employer.