RN PRE-OP/PACU (4466) DAK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER

Lexington Clinic; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington Clinic in Lexington, KY is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pre-op/PACU to deliver quality perioperative nursing care using the nursing process and plan of care. The role focuses on patient-family centered care across perioperative services.

The ideal candidate has an active RN license in Kentucky, at least one year in perioperative, critical care, or emergency settings, and current BLS with ACLS within six months and PALS within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse licensure in Kentucky.
• One year or more of perioperative, critical care, or emergency room experience.
• Current BLS certification, ACLS within six months of hire and PALS within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care using the nursing process and the medical plan of care.
• Deliver safe, effective, and patient-family centered care in perioperative services.
• Adhere to organizational policies and report to the Manager of Peri-operative Services.

Skills

RN nursing

Perioperative care

Critical care experience

Education

RN license (KY)

Job description

RN PRE-OP/PACU (4466) DAK AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER

FT Hourly 30 to 40 hrs DAK Lexington, Lexington, KY, US

SUMMARY:

The RN Pre-op/PACU is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The RN Pre-op/PACU provides safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the perioperative services for all patient populations. The RN Pre-op/PACU supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization. The RN Pre-op/PACU reports to the Manager of Peri-operative Services.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current licensure in this State as a Registered Nurse. Progressive work experience in the Perioperative, critical care or emergency room setting of no less than one year. Current BLS certification, ACLS certification within six (6) months of date of hire and PALS within one (1) year of date of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Competence in oral and written communication. Basic computer skills. The ability to critically think and analyze.

PHYSICAL GUIDELINES:

Physical guidelines include ability to move, traverse, position self, remain in a stationary position and negotiate steps for up to eight hours a day; lifting, pulling and pushing of carts, equipment, etc. Must be able to bend body downward at the waist; be able to kneel. Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds, push and/or pull patients or equipment up to 100 pounds. Must have visual acuity at least 20 inches or less. Must be able to identify and distinguish colors. Must have ability to coordinate eyes and hands quickly and accurately. Must have ability to manipulate small objects quickly and accurately. Must be able to work with hands in turning and placing objects in space. Must be able to perceive objects accurately as to size, temperature and texture. Must have auditory acuity. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position. Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions. Working irregular hours; greater than eight hour shifts.

NOTE:

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

LEXINGTON CLINIC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)