Registered Nurse Pre-Surgery

adventhealth; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a perioperative registered nurse to conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments, determine total nursing needs, perform head-to-toe evaluations, and coordinate care to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires RN licensure with BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS certifications and 2+ years in surgical services; an Associate's degree is required and a Bachelor's is preferred. Strong teamwork and EMR proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ progressive surgical services experience required.
• 3+ recent hospital experience in surgical services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive pre-surgical assessments including vital signs and medical history.
• Performs assessments and determines nursing needs of assigned patients.
• Provides head-to-toe assessments and ongoing reassessments per policy.
• Documents pre-op findings and coordinates interdisciplinary care to meet quality measures.
• Educates patients and families about medications, effects and side effects.

Skills

Nursing

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

13100 FORT KING RD

City:

DADE CITY

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33525

Job Description:

• Conducts comprehensive pre-surgical assessments including vital signs and medical history.
• Performs assessments and determine the total nursing needs of assigned patients.
• Conducts head-to-toe assessments and reassessments as per policy.
• Identifies problems or nursing diagnoses and plan for nursing interventions.
• Anticipates patient care problems and initiate corrective actions.
• Recognizes abnormal diagnostic data and understand their significance.
• Communicates pre-op findings, concerns, or changes in condition effectively and promptly.
• Educates patients and families about new medications, including effects and potential side effects.
• Formulates and update goal-directed plans of care based on patient needs.
• Implements interdisciplinary plans of care and coordinate patient care to meet quality measures.
• Administers treatments and medications safely and accurately, using appropriate technology.
• Maintains aseptic technique and demonstrate knowledge of infection control practices.
• Evaluates the quality of patient care and outcomes based on administered treatments.
• Accepts responsibility for professional standards, including maintaining competencies and attending mandatory meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members.
• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within healthcare organization guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate verbally in English and in written form with persons of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.
• Ability to learn and apply computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices.
• Critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork, tact, and conflict resolution.
• Organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems.
• Performs accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner.
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance.
• Knowledgeable of Perioperative Nursing Roles.
• Knowledgeable of AORN Guidelines and Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrates leadership & teaching abilities.

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 2+ progressive surgical services experience [Required]
• 3+ recent hospital experience in surgical services. [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Required]
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$31.85 - $52.76

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.c