PRN Procedure/Recovery Nurse - Austin

Kindbody; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Recovery Nurse to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will provide essential pre and post-operative care for surgical patients, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the recovery process. Your expertise will be crucial in a fast-paced environment, where attention to detail and strong communication skills are paramount. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team while making a significant impact on patient care. If you are passionate about women's health and have the necessary experience, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license in Texas and BLS/ACLS certifications.
• Minimum of one year of experience in operating room nursing or PACU required.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre op and post op care for surgical patients.
• Document patient assessments and communicate with physicians.
• Handle emergencies calmly and efficiently.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Surgical Nursing

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Phlebotomy Skills

Detail Oriented

Independent Judgment

Team Player

Education

Current RN License in Texas

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

3+ Years Nursing Experience

Tools

EMR

G-Suite

Job description

About the Role

As a Recovery Nurse, you will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism and collaboration. The hours will be determined based on availability and need. The Recovery Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to preop and post op surgical patients. This includes both male and female patients undergoing surgical procedures such as TESA/MESA/PESA, Egg Retrieval, Hysteroscopy, D &C, and Embryo Transfers. The nurse must demonstrate advanced skills and knowledge in the care of surgery patients. Knowledge of infertility patient care is a plus.

This position reports to the Clinic Nurse Manager and takes direction from the physicians related to patient care needs. The nurse must function independently in the role, and seek assistance from the physicians, manager and team members as needed. Must be well organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, possess great customer service skills, and excellent communication skills.

Schedule:

The PRN is needed for procedure weeks during maternity leave coverage.

Responsibilities

Surgical Nursing Responsibilities:

• Pre op and post op assessment and care of post surgical patients.
• Patient assessment, collection and interpretation of pertinent data relevant to patient’s care.
• Proper and complete documentation of patient pre op assessments, any interventions, and patient’s post op recovery.
• Communication of any patient’s condition to physicians and other providers as appropriate.
• Discharge of patients with provider approval as condition dictates.
• Detail oriented approach to paperwork, ensuring it is signed, accurate and complete
• Ensure all consent forms are complete and signed including IVF retrieval consents
• Perform and document post- op calls with patients.
• Handle emergent situations calmly and efficiently, responding quickly and demonstrating knowledge of emergency procedures and equipment.

Who You Are

• Current RN license in Texas
• BLS and ACLS Certification
• Minimum of one year of previous experience related to operating room nursing and/or PACU, and or critical care experience required.
• Minimum of three years nursing experience in other Nursing roles.
• Experienced in EMR and G-Suite
• Strong phlebotomy skills
• Experience in and a passion for women’s health, fertility is a plus
• Strong communication skills & a team player
• Willingness to be flexible and roll with the punches
• Detail oriented
• Exemplifies strong customer service skills and professionalism
• Must be organized and possess knowledge and skills in nursing care of the surgery patient.
• Must possess a high level of independent judgment and accuracy.
• Must be able to communicate positively and professionally with all staff members and patients.
• Exhibit courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of internal and external customers. Display a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.

Work Location: In person