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Full Time Preop/PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

AMSURG • Full-time • Arcadia, California, United States • 11m ago

Essential Duties (Pre-Op /Admitting)

Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer’s instruction for use
Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice
Assists with inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the admission area
Maintains order and cleanliness of PreOp/Admitting area
Actively participates as a team member in support of the total pre-anesthesia care process
Per Center Policy, uses two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure to be performed
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the pre-procedure area
Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
Utilizes the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care throughout the pre-procedure process
Administers medication(s) per order of physician
Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care
Evaluates patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during pre-anesthesia period
Using the nursing assessment, monitors, and reports any observed abnormalities to the other members of the healthcare team
Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures
Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the planned procedure and type of anesthesia
Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation of the planned procedure
Reviews post-procedure instructions with patient and responsible adult
Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care
Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
Assesses each patient for fall precautions and addresses per Center policy
Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)
Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and cleanliness of pre-procedure area(s)
Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Attends all required education
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (PACU)

Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total post-anesthesia care process
Using two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure performed
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the recovery room/PACU area according to requirements of patient, physician orders, and patient procedure
Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur
Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
Utilize the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care, in the immediate post-anesthesia period
Administers medication(s) per order of physician
Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care
Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during post-anesthesia period
Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician
Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures
Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia
Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge
Reviews post-procedure instructions including medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult
Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care
Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)
Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and cleanliness of recovery room/PACU area
Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Must possess a High school graduate or GED certification, be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, have a current state license to practice as a registered nurse, maintain basic cardiac life support certification and ACLS, evidence of leadership qualities, strong ethical and moral character references.

Effective November 1, 2021, AMSURG’s Vaccination Policy requires all teammates, including clinicians and independent contractors, to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment or engagement. Regardless of position, all new hires must submit proof of vaccination and or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. This policy is designed to protect the health and safety of our patients, communities and each other.

Must pass a background check and drug screen.

We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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