Preop/PACU RN

United Surgical Partners International; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability availability

401(k) and access to retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a full-time RN for PreOp/PACU. The role involves planning and coordinating patient care, ensuring adherence to nursing policies, and participating in quality improvement projects. Candidates must be licensed Registered Nurses with 1-3 years experience in PreOp/PACU and possess current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as 401(k) and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state.
• Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU.
• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and oversees care for patients in Preop and PACU departments.
• Documents care appropriately, timely and fully.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of required competencies.

Skills

Registered Nurse license

BLS certification

ALS certification

PALS certification

Team player

Communication skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Aseptic techniques

Education

Accredited nursing school graduation

Job description

RN PreOp/PACU Full Time

Sign On Bonus $6,000.00

Job Summary

Plans, coordinates, and oversees care for patients of any age in Preop and PACU departments. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. 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.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
• Follows policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for perioperative nursing care according to accepted standards.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates pre and post-operative nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician’s orders.
• Organizes and prepares medical records of patients. Documents care appropriately, timely and fully. Follows up on missing data and other patient care needs.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of intravenous therapy, medication administration and effects, patient assessment, airway maintenance, patient teaching, emotional/social support of patients and families, and other needed clinical competencies.
• Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations.
• Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
• Actively participates in appropriate committee and CQI activities.
• Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens.
• Uses good body mechanics.
• Informs Preop / PACU Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.
• Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.
• Experienced in supporting in the following specialties: Orthopedics, ENT, General, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain, Plastic, Podiatry, Urology, Spine.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

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 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU.
• 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.