RN PreOp-Pacu, PRN

Surgery Partners Brand; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with employer

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Surgery Partners Brand is seeking a Pre-Operative Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care in an ambulatory surgical setting in Colorado Springs. The role carries responsibility for patient care under physician orders and adherence to center policies, including equipment and supply management.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate nurse with an active RN license and current BLS/ACLS certifications, ready to support pre-operative workflows and patient comfort.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse License.
• Current American Heart Assn. BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for the pre-operative patient.
• Records and reports changes in patient conditions to appropriate persons.
• Administers medications and treatments ordered by the physician.
• Cares for pre-operative patients according to facility policies.
• Reviews pre-operative charts for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensures pre-operative consent and workups are in the chart.
• Administers pre-operative sedation.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment.

Skills

Pre-operative care

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Emergency response

Education

RN License

Nursing Degree

Tools

EHR systems

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

JOB TITLE: Pre-Operative Registered Nurse

Assists in provision of nursing care to patients in an ambulatory surgical setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician’s orders and center’s policies. Monitors and controls use of and charging for supplies utilized in the center.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervisor of Clinical Services

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing


• Current Registered Nurse License


• Current American Heart Assn. BLS and ACLS certifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for the pre-operative patient


• Records and reports to appropriate persons all symptoms, reactions, abnormalities and changes in the physical and/or mental conditions of the patients


• Administers medications and treatments ordered by the physician.


• Cares and discharges pre-operative patients according to facility policies.


• Reviews the pre-operative patient’s chart for accuracy and completeness


• Ascertains surgical consent is completed accurately, comparing it to the physician’s order and O.R. schedule


• Ascertains all pre-operative (lab work, chest x-ray, EKG, H&P) work up, if applicable is in the chart and reports abnormal findings to the anesthesiologist and/or surgeon prior to the scheduled day of surgery


• Reports pertinent pre-operative information to the O.R. nurse


• Obtains and labels personal belongings bag and assists patient in proper O.R. dress attire


• Registration form and pre-operative worksheet


• Administers pre-operative sedation


• An order always precedes the administration of medication


• Allergies questioned prior to administration of medication


• Intended action and side effects to medications are known


• Medication is documented on Pre-Operative worksheet including does time, and method of administration


• Functions independently in emergency situations


• Displays proficiency in nursing skills with emergency situations


• Able to make logical and quick decisions based on sound judgment


• Maintain patient and employee privacy and confidential information provided psychological support to patients and/or families


• Maintains rapport with physicians and medical departments which provide services to complete to pre-operative work up i.e. (reference lab, outside radiology services)


• Maintains competence through continuing education


• Meets requirements for CEU re-licensure


• Attends all facility in-services


• Assists in orientation of new employees as directed


• Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment


• Reports and labels any malfunctioning or broken equipment


• Works within the established facility and departmental safety guidelines


• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of healthcare products, stock rotation procedures, storage systems, inventory supplements, preference card management and credit.


• Knowledge of medical terminology as related to healthcare products.


• Knowledge of inventory control procedures.


• Hands-on, aself-starter with the ability to multi-task, be detailed oriented and possess superior organization and communication skills.


• Must be able to handle a large volume of detailed work accurately.


• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.


• Must have superior leadership, communication and organizational skills.


• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, and handle all supplies.


• Must have a strong ability to interact with co-workers, vendors, and management on a regular basisand in a pleasant and efficient manner.


• Ability to perform simple mathematical functions.


• Ability to perform data entry procedures and both equipment and supply tracking.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Occasional evening or weekend work.

Salary Range:

• $30.00- $40.00 per hour,based on skill and experience level.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance


• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution


• Life Insurance


• PTO


• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match


• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.Furthermore, our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.