Pre-Operative PACU Registered Nurse
2 weeks ago
The Pre-Operative PACU Registered Nurse is a critical member of our perioperative services team, providing quality patient care using the nursing process and organizational policies. This role requires a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state and at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient, as well as the ability to quickly adapt to changing patient conditions.
Responsibilities
Manage patients' admission processes to the preoperative department
Assess patients' health status in pre-op and ensure accuracy of identification wristband
Ensure operative and informed consents are in order
Determine the surgeon and procedure being carried out
Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about the procedure and attending medical staff
Post-Operative Duties
Assess patients' condition after a surgery has been performed
Ensure all vitals are within normal range
Log all findings in patients' files
Answer patients' questions and ensure they are kept comfortable
Make sure all relevant IVs are in check
Develop individualized care plans based on each individual patient's condition
Ensure all nursing activities are carried out in accordance to individual patient care plan
Monitor patients for condition changes and report any changes to the doctor
Initiate patient education programs to ensure patients and families are educated on procedures and medications
Determine when patients are ready to be moved to their rooms
Perform intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies
Record sedation levels and body temperature
Manage blood and fluid transfusions and draw specimens
Ensure the post-operative space is clean and sanitized
Change bandages and dress surgical wounds
What We Offer
As a valued member of USPI, your health and well-being are important to us. We offer a variety of benefits to help manage life's daily stresses, including competitive wages, opportunities to better yourself professionally, health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, company-paid holidays, employee assistance programs, and health savings account/flexible spending account.
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