JOB TITLE: Pre-Operative Registered Nurse
No holidays, no weekends!
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 nursingCurrent Registered Nurse LicenseCurrent American Heart Assn. BLS and ACLS certifications
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for the pre-operative patientRecords and reports to appropriate persons all symptoms, reactions, abnormalities and changes in the physical and/or mental conditions of the patientsAdministers 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 completenessAscertains surgical consent is completed accurately, comparing it to the physician’s order and O.R. scheduleAscertains 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 surgeryReports pertinent pre-operative information to the O.R. nurseObtains and labels personal belongings bag and assists patient in proper O.R. dress attireRegistration form and pre-operative worksheetAdministers pre-operative sedationAn order always precedes the administration of medicationAllergies questioned prior to administration of medicationIntended action and side effects to medications are knownMedication is documented on Pre-Operative worksheet including does time, and method of administrationFunctions independently in emergency situationsDisplays proficiency in nursing skills with emergency situationsAble to make logical and quick decisions based on sound judgmentMaintain patient and employee privacy and confidential information provided psychological support to patients and/or familiesMaintains 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 educationMeets requirements for CEU re-licensureAttends all facility in-servicesAssists in orientation of new employees as directedMaintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environmentReports and labels any malfunctioning or broken equipmentWorks within the established facility and departmental safety guidelinesPerforms 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.
Benefits:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with an employer contributionLife InsurancePTO401(k) retirement plan with a company matchAnd 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.BehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupEnthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityMotivationsPreferredGoal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasksFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help