PRN PreO Pacu Registered Nurse

Sauk Prairie Healthcare, Inc.; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Chevy Chase is seeking a motivated PreOp Pacu Registered Nurse to provide quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment. The role includes implementing physician orders, patient advocacy, and maintaining patient safety. Candidates should possess an RN license and relevant experience in surgical care.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, etc.)

Qualifications

• Unrestricted RN license in the state.
• 1-3 years' experience in PreOp/PACU.
• Current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care according to established standards.
• Act as a patient advocate, meeting physical and psychological needs.
• Perform patient assessments and document findings for care planning.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient Management

Understanding of Aseptic Techniques

Education

Accredited Nursing Program

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United Surgical Partners International, Inc.

Surgery Center of Chevy Chase, is seeking a motivated PreOp Pacu Registered Nurse to join our team. Bethesda Chevy Chase Surgery Center is a fast-paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Job Summary: The PreOp RN is responsible for implementing all physician orders, providing continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patients’ condition, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. Experience in supporting in specialties such as Orthopedics, ENT, General Surgery, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, and Urology is preferred.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care according to established standards, considering age and risk factors.
• Act as a patient advocate, meeting physical and psychological needs.
• Perform patient assessments and reassessments upon admission and regularly thereafter, documenting findings for care planning.
• Communicate nursing interventions and patient responses to responsible practitioners, documenting all aspects of care.
• Take emergency calls as assigned.
• Maintain sterile techniques and practices.
• Coordinate care across settings and disciplines.
• Implement physician’s orders safely and effectively.
• Use special precautions when caring for sedated patients.
• Provide relevant patient status information during transfers.
• Document all records according to policies and procedures.

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that foster better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions across the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services efficiently and with clinical excellence.

USPI values an inclusive culture that respects differences and supports contributions from each individual. A diverse workforce and inclusive environment strengthen us and better serve our diverse patient and physician populations.

Benefits

USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts
• Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

Pay range: Min: $42.42 - Max: $53.59

Note: Wages are determined based on qualifications and experience.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Unrestricted RN license in the state
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• 1-3 years' experience in PreOp/PACU
• Experience in an ambulatory surgical center preferred
• Current BLS, ALS, and PALS certifications
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient management
• Understanding of aseptic techniques
• Ability to adapt quickly to patient condition changes
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills