Pre-Op/PACU/Step-down RN 8 or 10 Hour Day Shifts

United Surgical Partners International; Dakota Dunes (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Participation in EDGE program

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International in Dakota Dunes is looking for a Registered Nurse to plan, coordinate, and oversee patient care in PACU, Pre-op, and Step-Down departments. The role includes direct patient care responsibilities while adhering to nursing standards and hospital policies.

The successful candidate must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current state license. This position is integral to ensuring quality patient outcomes and requires BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college or university.
• Current state licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Work experience as a professional nurse.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and evaluates pre- and post-operative nursing care.
• Communicates with other healthcare providers for comprehensive patient care.
• Documents care appropriately, including medical records.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Graduate from accredited college or university

Registered Professional Nurse with current state licensure

BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification

Job description

Plans, coordinates, and oversees care for patients of any age in PACU, Pre‑op & Step‑Down departments. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Dunes Surgical Hospital. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to other team members. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the manager, which include, but are not limited to, serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits, and projects. Registered nurse will execute orders and therapies based on prescribed treatment regimen by a Licensed Independent Practitioner (e.g. Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, and/or Physician Assistant).

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The practice of the Registered Nurse (RN) includes, but is not limited to:

1. Knows and adheres to policies of the Dunes Surgical Hospital and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
2. Follows policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for perioperative nursing care according to accepted standards.
3. Plans, implements, and evaluates pre‑ and post‑operative nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician’s orders.
4. Organizes and prepares medical records of patients. Documents care appropriately and fully. Follows up on missing data and other patient care needs.
5. Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of intravenous therapy, medication administration and effects, patient assessment, airway maintenance, respiratory interventions, patient teaching, emotional/social support of patients and patient families, and other needed clinical competencies.
6. Provides comprehensive nursing assessment of health status of patients.
7. Develops a patient‑centered health care plan that includes:
   • Establishing nursing diagnosis
   • Setting goals to meet identified health care needs
   • Prescribing nursing interventions
8. Advocates for the best interest of the patient.
9. Communicates and collaborates with other health care providers in the management of health care and the implementation of the total health regimen within and across settings.
10. Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations.
11. Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
12. Actively participates in appropriate committees as assigned.
13. Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood‑borne pathogens.
14. Uses good body mechanics.
15. Informs management of applicable day‑to‑day situations.
16. Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, Qualifications and Education & Experience Requirements

1. Must be a graduate of accredited college or university.
2. Registered Professional Nurse with current state licensure.
3. Work experience as a professional nurse.
4. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification.
5. Ability to demonstrate clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.

Physical Demands

1. Will be required to lift patients frequently requiring the ability to lift 100 pounds.
2. Must be able to exert at least 50 pounds of force to assist with patient transports.
3. Frequent standing, bending, and stooping involved.
4. Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
5. Dexterity: Frequent repetitive motion of hands/wrist involved.
6. Will be working in a clean, well‑lighted area.
7. May be required to deal with unpleasant environmental situations resulting from patient care or patient activity.
8. Hazards and risks: Direct patient contact with possible exposure to communicable diseases, exposure to radiation, anesthetic scavenger gases, and CRT.

USPI'S EDGE

All employees are required to participate in the EDGE program.

HIPAA

Responsible for knowing the processes involved assuring the standards established by HIPAA, and ensuring they are followed including the practices and records relating to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Dunes Surgical Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.