RN PreOp/PACU

regent-surgical-careers; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Regent Surgical Health is seeking a PreOp/PACU RN to provide comprehensive perioperative care before and after surgery. You will assess patients, monitor vital signs, administer pre-operative meds, and communicate with surgeons and families to ensure safety and quality care.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of two years of nursing experience, an active RN license, and current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of nursing experience.
• RN license in appropriate state and active BLS/ACLS/PALS.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prepare patients for surgery and monitor perioperative status.
• Provide explanations of procedures and post-operative expectations to patients and families.
• Maintain documentation of nursing care and ensure safety protocols.
• Perform venipuncture and collect samples as needed.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other staff to ensure quality care.
• Monitor vital signs during recovery and manage pain.

Skills

Nursing care

Perioperative care

Venipuncture

Vital signs monitoring

Education

RN license in appropriate state

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Regent Surgical Health

Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing successful surgery center partnerships between hospitals and physicians. We continually improve and evolve the ASC model based on changing market conditions to stay ahead of emerging trends. From this viewpoint, our team has developed proprietary ASC ownership mod

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of Clinical Leadership the PreOp/PACU RN provides comprehensive care to patients before and after surgery, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the perioperative period. This includes preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs and overall condition until point of discharge. Provide appropriate assessment of physical, psychosocial/family, cultural, personal beliefs or restrictions, cognitive abilities, and pain and comfort needs. Maintain open communication with all staff to promote improvement in performance and quality care.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health, gather relevant medical history, and prepare them for surgery, including assessment of surgical site, assessment of airway quality and function, administering pre-operative medications and IV fluids as needed.
• Provide clear and concise explanations of the surgical procedure, and what to expect during and after surgery to the patient and family members.
• Ensure the surgical site is properly prepared, verify informed consent, and implement safety protocols to prevent complications.
• Conduct venipuncture and blood draws as needed.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen levels, and overall condition of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Administer pain medication and implement pain management strategies to ensure patient comfort.
• Recognize and manage any complications that may arise during the post-operative period.
• Assess patients’ readiness for discharge or transfer providing discharge instructions to patient and other family members.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and medications are ready for use.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Operate any designated equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• Minimum two years of nursing experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license in appropriate State
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS

PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing
• ASC experience