What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) Pre-Op/PACU position at Grand Valley Surgical Center?
Are you an RN looking for a great opportunity? Grand Valley Surgical Center is a same day surgery center that offers efficient exemplary care to our patients.
No nights, No weekends, No holiday, No Call! Competitive Benefits!
We are seeking an experienced PACU Nurse to join the Grand Valley Surgical Center Team!
Job Summary:
- Assess patients prior to surgery
- Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and in order
- Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
- Initiate IVs and ensure that patients are informed about the procedure
- Assess patients’ post-operative condition
- Monitor vital signs
- Log all findings in patient records
- Answer patient questions and ensure they are kept comfortable
- Monitor patients for condition changes and report any changes to the physician
- Perform intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies
Education/Experience:
- Current CO RN licensure
- Graduate of an accredited Professional Nursing Program
- Must possess clinical competency in the surgical setting
- Candidate must possess general clinical competency in acute patient care and 1 year of direct perioperative experience as preop/PACU RN
- Candidate must demonstrate ability to gather pertinent medical history and provide concise instruction for pre-operative and post-operative care
Grand Valley Surgical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Surgery
Physical Setting:
- Outpatient
License/Certification:
- RN (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $50