Preoperative Evaluation/CPE Staff Nurse - Faulkner

Mass General Brigham; Massachusetts; Presencial; USD 56.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mass General Brigham in Jamaica Plain, MA is seeking a Preoperative Evaluation Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive preoperative assessments and education, ensuring patients are medically optimized for scheduled surgery. The role collaborates with anesthesia, surgery, and other teams to prepare patients and verify testing per guidelines.

The position requires PACU/PreOP experience and an RN license in good standing.

Formación

• BSN preferred.
• PACU/PreOP or PreOP eval nursing experience required.
• Current RN license in good standing.

Responsabilidades

• Perform thorough preoperative nursing assessments including medical history review and medication reconciliation.
• Review and ensure completion of preoperative testing according to guidelines.
• Identify risk factors and coordinate with anesthesia, surgery, and other providers to optimize readiness.
• Educate patients on preoperative instructions, medication management, NPO guidelines, and perioperative expectations.
• Document assessments and communications in the EMR.
• Communicate with surgeons’ offices, anesthesia teams, and other departments to clarify orders and missing documentation.
• Triage and respond to patient inquiries about preoperative preparation and follow-up as needed.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support patient safety initiatives, including infection prevention and accurate patient identification.

Educación

BSN preferred

Descripción del empleo

About This Role

The Preoperative Evaluation Registered Nurse is responsible for conducting comprehensive preoperative assessments to ensure patients are medically optimized and fully prepared for their scheduled surgical or procedural care. This role involves patient education, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and meticulous review of medical histories, diagnostics, and perioperative requirements.

Highlights

• Pay: $41 - $100/hour
• Location: Jamaica Plain, MA
• Facility: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.
• Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Perform thorough preoperative nursing assessments, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and evaluation of comorbid conditions.
• Review and ensure completion of all required preoperative testing according to established clinical guidelines.
• Identify potential risk factors and collaborate with anesthesia, surgery, and other providers to address concerns and optimize patient readiness.
• Provide clear, comprehensive patient education regarding preoperative instructions, medication management, NPO guidelines, and perioperative expectations.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and communications accurately within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Communicate effectively with surgeons’ offices, anesthesia teams, and ancillary departments to clarify orders, missing documentation, or patient-specific needs.
• Triage and respond to patient inquiries related to preoperative preparation and coordinate follow-up as needed.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Support patient safety initiatives, including infection prevention, accurate patient identification, and confirmation of surgical readiness.
• Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, surgical protocols, and perioperative guidelines.

Requirements

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience:
  • PACU/PreOp or PreOP eval nursing experience required.
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.

About Mass General Brigham

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