Preop & Perioperative Nurse Specialist

California Nursing Students Association Incorporated; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse C to prescreen patients before anesthesia, coordinate care with the surgical team, and retrieve pre-operative tests and histories for safe procedures.

The role involves educating patients and families about surgery and recovery, and applying the nursing process to achieve optimal, holistic wellness within a Magnet-recognized practice model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required for external hires; exceptions may apply.
• Active California RN license required with BLS certification.
• One year clinical experience preferred; three years nursing experience may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prescreen patients prior to procedures with anesthesia.
• Coordinate care and communication among the healthcare team.
• Retrieve pre-operative tests and patient history.
• Educate patient and family about surgery and recovery.
• Perform the nursing process per Practice Model to support wellness.

Skills

Pre-anesthesia knowledge

Nursing assessment

Communication

Critical thinking

Education of patient

Clinical coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Nursing bridge program (AS to DNP) options

Tools

EMR system

Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint

Job description

Loma Linda University Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse C to prescreen patients before anesthesia, coordinate care with the surgical team, and retrieve pre-operative tests and histories for safe procedures.

The role involves educating patients and families about surgery and recovery, and applying the nursing process to achieve optimal, holistic wellness within a Magnet-recognized practice model.