What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRE-OP/PACU RN EP and Cath Lab (PRN) position at Virginia Cardiovascular Specialists?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Review surgery schedule daily to prepare department, supplies, and equipment
- Assess, instruct, and prepare patient prior to surgery.
- Ensure the operative informed consents are signed and correct, there is an H&P within 30 days on file and complete pre-op record.
- Take and record vital statistics to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
- Verify patient identity, operative site and procedure in accordance with center policy.
- Receive and care for patient post operatively. Perform assessment of vital signs, oxygen saturation and pain level.
- Monitor patient for postop nausea, vomiting, and excessive bleeding.
- Perform intervention duties during perioperative emergencies.
- Assure safety of discharge based on patient assessment.
- Assure availability of responsible escort home and safe home care plan. Review discharge instructions and follow-up with caregiver.
- Participate in staff meetings, required learning, competency, and training activities.