PRN Pre-Op RN

South Texas Spine Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contribution

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

South Texas Spine Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse to provide pre-operative care in our ambulatory surgery setting. You will assess, prepare, and monitor pre-op patients, administer medications, and coordinate with physicians and OR staff to ensure safe, efficient care.

Responsibilities include reviewing charts, obtaining consent, ensuring tests are completed, maintaining accurate records, and delivering compassionate support to patients and families throughout the perioperative process.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience with pre-operative assessment and care.
• Ability to work in ambulatory surgery center environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop nursing care for pre-operative patients.
• Coordinate pre-operative documentation and consent verification.
• Administer prescribed pre-operative medications.
• Respond to emergencies with clinical judgment.
• Maintain patient privacy and compliance with safety guidelines.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and CEUs.

Skills

Nursing care

Pre-operative care

Emergency nursing

Communication skills

Inventory & documentation

Education

RN license

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

AHA BLS certification

AHA ACLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Reports To:

Administrator

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Certification

Patient Assessment & Care

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care for pre-operative patients.
• Record and report symptoms, reactions, abnormalities, and changes in patients' physical and/or mental condition.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Care for and prepare pre-operative patients according to facility policies and procedures.
• Provide psychological support to patients and their families.

Pre-Operative Coordination

• Review patient charts for accuracy, completeness, and required documentation.
• Verify surgical consents are completed accurately and match physician orders and the operating room schedule.
• Confirm all required pre-operative testing and documentation are available, including:
• Laboratory results
• Chest X-rays
• EKGs
• History & Physical (H&P)
• Report abnormal findings to the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist prior to the scheduled surgery date.
• Communicate pertinent pre-operative information to the Operating Room (OR) nurse.
• Obtain, label, and secure patient belongings.
• Assist patients with proper surgical attire and preparation.
• Complete all required registration forms and pre-operative documentation.

Medication Administration

• Administer prescribed pre-operative sedation.
• Ensure medication administration is supported by a valid physician order.
• Verify allergies prior to medication administration.
• Maintain knowledge of medication purposes, intended actions, and potential side effects.
• Accurately document medications, dosage, administration time, and route on the Pre-Operative Record.

Emergency Response & Clinical Judgment

• Function independently during emergency situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in emergency nursing skills and patient stabilization.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and make timely, appropriate decisions.

Compliance & Professional Practice

• Maintain patient and employee privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with physicians and outside providers involved in pre-operative testing and services.
• Work within established facility and departmental safety guidelines.
• Report malfunctioning or damaged equipment promptly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Maintain competency through continuing education and professional development.
• Meet all CEU requirements for RN licensure renewal.
• Attend all required facility in-services and training programs.
• Assist with orientation and training of new employees as directed.
• Maintain adequate supplies and ensure a clean, organized work environment.
• Monitor and control usage of supplies utilized within the department.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of healthcare products, inventory management, stock rotation procedures, storage systems, preference card management, and credits.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare-related products.
• Understanding of inventory control and supply management procedures.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to accurately handle large volumes of detailed information.
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with physicians, staff, vendors, and leadership.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to perform data entry and manage equipment and supply tracking functions.

Physical Requirements

This position requires a combination of sitting, standing, walking, and physical activity associated with both patient care and supply management responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: 66-100%
• Walking: 66-100%
• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Carrying: Up to 25 lbs. as needed
• Pushing: Up to 400 lbs. on wheels with assistance as needed
• Pulling: As necessary while providing patient care
• Climbing: Up to 1-5 flights of stairs as necessary
• Bending: Frequent bending required to retrieve items and provide patient care
• Squatting: As necessary while providing patient care
• Rotating: Shoulder rotation as required
• Kneeling: As necessary while providing patient care
• Reaching: Overhead reaching as necessary while providing patient care

Additional Requirements

• Visual acuity and hearing ability must be sufficient to safely assess patients, communicate effectively, and perform all essential job duties.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center environment while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.Furthermore, our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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