RN Pre-Op - PRN

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Fairlawn (OH); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 137,540,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center is seeking a Pre-Op Registered Nurse to coordinate patient care in the pre-operative area. You will apply nursing processes, assess patients, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient flow and safety.

Responsibilities include using the Safe Surgery Checklist, monitoring vital signs, IV therapy, and providing pre-op and post-op teaching and discharge instructions. BLS is required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RN license to practice in Ohio (Ohio).
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.
• 2–4 years pre-op experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate nursing care in the pre-operative area using nursing processes.
• Utilize Safe Surgery Checklist to ensure patient safety and monitor vital signs.
• Provide pre-op and post-op teaching and discharge instructions.
• Communicate SBARQ style reports and collaborate with the care team.

Education

RN License in Ohio

BSN preferred

Job description

• Location 3557 Embassy Parkway,Fairlawn, OH, 44333,United States
• Base Pay $31.00 - $48.00 / Hour
• Job Category Nursing
• Employee Type PRN

Position Summary

The Pre-Op RN is responsible for using the nursing processes to provide and coordinate nursing care, and resource management for patients and families in the pre-operative area. Must apply and document the nursing processes, assessments, and nursing diagnoses. Uses good judgement and is guided by the knowledge of basic principles of nursing based on the biological, physical, and psycho-social sciences to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care processes and flow of patients through the pre-operative area.

Essential Job Functions/Accountabilities

Ensures the nursing assessment is complete; Using input from the patient and/or family, develops a nursing plan of care based on identified nursing diagnosis, patient care needs, and standards; Applies a systematic problem-solving approach in developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing plans of care; Documents implementation of the plan of care and all nursing interventions.

Utilizes Safe Surgery Checklist to ensure patient safety; Monitors patient’s vital signs; Performs IV therapy, venipunctures, and other procedures; Obtains specimens for testing as ordered; Facilitates physician’s orders; Assesses patient symptoms that may indicate changes in condition.

Communicates effectively with peers, physicians, and outside departments; Provides SBARQ style report to receiving unit. Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control and Safety Policies and Procedures.

Provides appropriate care to pre-op and post-op patients; Completes and documents necessary pre-op/post-op teaching of patient and family; Provides discharge instructions to patients.

Practices with a questioning attitude; Shares ideas for improvement and revision of policies and procedures, which would enhance the work environment and overall operation within the division.

Assists in teaching, competency maintenance, and training of all team members; Delegates as appropriate to ancillary staff; Works as part of a team; Facilitates flow of unit and manages staffing pars when in triage role.

Responsible for unit specific duties and checks; Remains calm in urgent situations.

Participates in educational programs, serves on committees and seeks other opportunities for professional and personal growth and development.

All other duties not specifically assigned.

Position Requirements

Education: Graduate from a school of Nursing. B.S.N. preferred.

Experience: Two to four years of Pre-op experience preferred. Demonstrated leadership experience.

Technical Skills: N/A

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: Current license to practice as Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio; BLS required. ACLS preferred.

Build Your Career with Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center

At Crystal Clinic, people come first—patients and team members alike. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a supportive environment where you can grow and make a real difference. Join our 5-star team of experts in orthopedics and plastic/reconstructive care, with over 50 board-certified physicians and 15+ locations across Northeast Ohio.

What We Offer:

Employee Assistance