RN - Pre-Op FT

Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services; Gibson City (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services is seeking a full-time professional to conduct pre-operative assessments for surgical patients. Responsibilities include reviewing patient history, performing vital sign checks, and transporting patients to the surgical area.

The ideal candidate will have experience in patient assessments and effective communication skills, ensuring a smooth transfer to surgical staff. Join us in our mission to provide personalized healthcare services to our community.

Qualifications

• Experience with pre-operative physical assessments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with surgical staff.
• Proficient in patient mobility assistance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments of surgical patients.
• Review patient history and pre-operative charts.
• Communicate effectively with O.R. staff during transfer.

Job description

Hours & Shift Requirements

Full Time position; 36 hours per week; 4:30 am – 5:00 pm.

General Summary

Pre-operative physical assessment of the surgical patient to include, but not limited to, vital signs, head to toe assessment including auscultation of lungs, heart sounds, abdominal, circulation and peripheral I.V. starts. Review pre-op history and complete assessment flow chart. Physical transportation of patient via wheelchair or cart to surgical holding area.

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL & HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT

To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Review of patient history and pre-operative chart.
• Completion of patient physical assessment.
• Completion of intra departmental transfer sheet and assessment flow chart.
• Communication with O.R. staff regarding patient transfer.
• Conducts verbal or written hand off communication with O.R. staff.