What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAT PRN position at USPI?
Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kingsland is seeking a motivated PAT RN to join our team. Memorial Hermann Memorial Surgery Center Kingsland is a fast-paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.
- Monday to Friday work schedule
- Open two Saturday’s a month; must work at least one Saturday a month.
- NO CALL required
- Off most holidays.
Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the RN manager, the PAT nurse is responsible for implementing all physician orders, providing for the continuity and quality of nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patients'' condition, providing patient safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. At times, assist the physicians in the procedure rooms with various tasks, conscious sedation and utilizing sterile technique as deemed appropriate.
Responsible for providing total comprehensive patient care to patients emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation.
Responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient and family in preparation for discharge.
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Required Skills:
Qualifications:
- Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state of Texas
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU
- Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred
- Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS
- Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
- Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
- Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians
USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.