Pre-op/PACU OR RN

We are a busy surgical center in need of Pre-Op nurses, PACU nurses, OR nurses. MUST BE FLEXIBLE WITH DAYS AND HOURS.

MUST BE BILINGUAL

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN performs thorough preoperative patient assessment required in the outpatient setting.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN ensures that operative and informed consents are signed and in order.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN takes and records vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN initiates IVs and ensures that patients are informed about the procedure.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN assesses patients’ post-operative condition.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN monitors vital signs.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN documents patient’s progress and all findings in chart.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN answers patient questions and ensures they are kept comfortable.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN monitors patients for condition changes and reports any changes to the physician.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN performs intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN opens sterile items correctly and checks instruments for completeness and function.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN displays expertise in scrubbing, gowning and gloving.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN monitors and maintains sterile field in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN displays good communication skills with circulator/surgeon.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN provides timely and effective room turnover.
• Pre Op RN/PACU/ OR RN properly handles and disposes of sharps.

Qualifications:

• MUST HAVE AMBULATORY SURGICAL CENTER OR HOSPITAL SETTING EXPERIENCE
• Per Diem/ Full Time/ Possibility for Full time
• Aware of HIPAA laws
• General knowledge of medical documents
• General knowledge of sterile technique

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 1 years of related experience in the medical field
• Strong positive interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to function in a fast paced out-patient environment

Key Competencies:

• Must be analytical and self motivated
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional patient service skills.
• Professional personal presentation.
• Organizing, planning and multi-tasking.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong problem solver
• Should ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of the office

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45