Registered Nurse-PACU-Preop- PRN

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo); Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) is seeking a Registered Nurse with at least three years of experience in acute operating room settings, preferably in orthopedics. The role involves utilizing the nursing process to ensure safe patient outcomes and administering medications as prescribed.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate degree in Nursing; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Essential skills include excellent interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in high-stress clinical environments.

Qualifications

• Three years of previous experience in acute OR setting.
• At least 12 months as a Registered Nurse in orthopedic specialty.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Uses nursing process for patient care assessment and planning.
• Administers medications and explains procedures to patients.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in pre-op and PACU duties.

Skills

Skills validation/certification for perioperative duties

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to provide excellent customer service

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

• Uses nursing process including assessment (telephonic or in-person), nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, effective outcomes.
• Administers and charts medications as ordered by physician; reinforces and clarifies physician instructions and explains procedures to patient and companion.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for the position in pre‑op and PACU patient care duties, including the ability to provide patient care in emergency situations and based upon age‑specific needs using a developmental perspective.
• Maintains and evaluates own clinical expertise and practice, and demonstrates the importance of continuing education to facility responsibilities and professional growth.
• Maintains flexibility with scheduling and job assignments to cover patient needs; able to work in multiple perioperative areas.
• Fosters a positive and professional hospital environment by interacting with all persons in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner and by participating as a team member.
• Participates in committees, work groups, and meetings as deemed necessary, demonstrates measurable results, meets target dates, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, and takes part in shared governance.
• Successfully completes required competencies and obtains laboratory, EKG, and radiology studies requested by physician in accordance with policy.
• Utilizes individual goals and KPI models to measure and report on performance improvement.
• Performs any other duties assigned as required.

Education

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited program is required. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.

Experience

Three years of previous experience in acute OR setting, with at least 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the orthopedic specialty area is preferred.

Requirements

• A current, valid RN license in the state of practice or equivalent per state regulations.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Knowledge

• Current competencies for the job position.
• Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interactions relative to the specific age of a patient.
• Knowledge and understanding of disease processes and perioperative care.
• Knowledge of hospital organization, universal precautions, and maintenance of a safe environment.

Skills

• Skills validation/certification of competencies for the duties and responsibilities of a perioperative team member, including maintaining annual skill maintenance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing, and active listening.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to patients, physicians, visitors, and other health‑care teammates, promoting a positive work environment.

Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long, arduous work hours.
• Capacity to work in an environment that frequently produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue, with willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule as needed.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage multiple work priorities and support to teammates.

Environmental Working Conditions

Normal and emergent clinical environment. Patient care environment with potential exposure to unpleasant odors, blood and body fluids, infectious disease, and chemical or electrical hazards.

Physical/Mental Demands

Normal and emergent clinical environment. Patient care environment with potential exposure to unpleasant odors, blood and body fluids, infectious disease, and chemical or electrical hazards.

Organizational Requirements

• HOPCo Mission, Vision, and Values must be read and signed.
• OSHA requirements and training, including Annual Safety Training.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.