What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Op PACU Registered Nurse position at Illinois Sports Med & Ortho Surgery Ctr?
Description
Salt Creek Surgery Center is seeking a qualified Pre-operative/PACU nurse to administer diligent care to outpatients via monitoring, assessment, intervention and continuous reassessment. This position is primarily geared toward Pre-operative but must be willing an able to float to PACU when needed.
Duties:
- Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery
- Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct
- Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
- Initiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about procedure
- Assess patients’ post-operative condition
- Monitor vital signs and other measurements of progress, meeting discharge criteria
- Log all findings in patient files
- Answer patient questions and ensure patient comfort
- Monitor patients for condition changes, reporting any changes to physician
- Perform intervention duties during post-operative emergencies
.
Requirements
Skills/Education Requirements:
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse
- BCLS and ACLS certifications required
- Must possess general clinical compentency in acute patient care
- Must demonstrate ability to gather pertinent medical history and provide concise instruction for pre-operative and post-operative care
- Previous ambulatory surgery experience is preferred
We offer excellent pay and benefits. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Occasional overtime may be required.
Salary : $34 - $50