RN PreOp - PRN

Blue-Ridge-Surgical-Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with a company–

And more!

Job summary

Blue Ridge Surgical Center is seeking a Pre-Operative Registered Nurse to provide nursing care in an ambulatory setting. This role assumes responsibility for patient care under physician orders and follows center policies.

You will monitor supplies, perform pre-operative assessments, administer medications, and ensure accurate documentation and consent processes while maintaining patient confidentiality and collaborating with anesthesiology staff.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality; contributes to a calm pre-operative environment.
• Assists in orientation of new employees and maintains supplies and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, develops and executes pre-operative nursing plans.
• Administers pre-operative medications and sedation as ordered.
• Ensures proper pre-operative consent, charting and lab work are complete.
• Collaborates with anesthesia and surgical teams to optimize patient readiness.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Emergency care

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Registered Nurse license

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE : Pre-Operative Registered Nurse

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

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.

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.

BENEFITS:

• 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.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Loyal

: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support

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