PRE-OP/PACU RN -

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Part time

Job summary

Bass Surgery Center in Walnut Creek, CA seeks a Perioperative RN for Pre-op/PACU, PRN. The nurse delivers high-quality perioperative care using the nursing process and medical plan of care in a fast-paced ASC environment.

Requires CA RN license and BLS/ACLS/PALS. Minimum 2 years PACU experience; strong knowledge of surgical procedures, aseptic technique, and teamwork are essential. Hourly wage range $59–$74.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current CA Nursing License.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU, ambulatory surgery preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient.
• Aseptic technique principles and implementation.
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient conditions.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and professional behavior.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care in perioperative services using the nursing process.
• Support mission, vision, and values; report to Manager of Peri-Operative Services.
• Deliver safe, patient-family centered care across all patient populations.
• Maintain effective relationships with patients, physicians, and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Aseptic technique

Clinical nursing knowledge

Adaptability

Teaching skills

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

CA Nursing License

BLS/ACLS/PALS certified

Job description

Job Summary:

Pre-Op/PACU RN PRN in Walnut Creek, CA.

Bass Surgery Center is a fast- paced multi -specialty ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

The RN Pre-op/PACU is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The RN Pre-op/PACU provides safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the perioperative services for all patient populations. The RN Pre-op/PACU supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization. The RN Pre-op/PACU reports to the Manager of Peri-Operative Services.

Hourly Wage Range: $59 to $74 per hour

Required Skills

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing


• Current CA Nursing License


• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS


• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU. Previous experience working in an ambulatory surgical setting preferred.


• 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