Registered Nurse-PACU-Preop- PRN

The CORE Institute; Town of Middleton (WI); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading healthcare provider in the United States is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Orthopedic specialty area. The role involves administering medications, assessing patient needs, and working closely within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes. Candidates must have an Associate degree in Nursing and a valid RN license, with preference given to those with experience in the acute OR setting. This position supports continuous education and professional development for its staff.

Qualifications

• Current, valid RN license in state of practice.
• Three years experience in an acute OR setting preferred.
• Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Responsabilités

• Administer medications and provide patient education.
• Coordinate patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in committees and continuous education.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Clinical decision-making

Attention to detail

Formation

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Description du poste

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Uses nursing process including assessment (telephonic or in-person), nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, in order to provide safe effective outcomes.
• Administers and charts medications as ordered by physician, reinforces and clarifies physician instructions and explanation of procedures to patient and companion.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position in PRE-OP & PACU patient care duties, including ability to provide for patient care in emergency situations and based upon age-specific needs utilizing a development perspective.
• Maintains and evaluates own clinical expertise and clinical practice, demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of facility responsibilities and growth in profession.
• Maintains flexibility with scheduling and job assignments in order to cover patient needs. Ability 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. Can demonstrate measurable results and meet target dates. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team and takes part in shared governance.
• Has successfully complete required competencies required of position, obtains laboratory, EKG, radiology studies requested by physician and according to policy.
• Utilizes Individual goals and KPI models to measure and report on performance improvement.
• Performs any other duties assigned.

EDUCATION

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

EXPERIENCE

Three years 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 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

• The job holder must demonstrate current competencies for 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 teammates, including the maintaining annual skill maintenance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing and the skill of listening.
• Skills required to provide excellent customer service not only to our patients, but physicians, visitors, and other health care teammates, promoting a positive work environment.

ABILITIES

• Must have a strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long arduous work hours.
• Ability to work in an environment that frequently produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue, and a 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 to 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 to chemical or electrical hazards.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be read and signed.
• OSHA Requirements and training to include:
  1. 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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