What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulatory Surgery Pre and Post - RN position at Vitruvian Health?
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At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.
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Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.
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The Ambulatory Pre-Op/Post-Op RN delivers safe, patient- and family-centered care across the surgical continuum. This role utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to prepare patients for procedures and manage their recovery before discharge
- Pre-Operative Care: Perform physical and psychosocial patient assessments, review medical histories, and verify surgical site/informed consent. Review daily schedules, prepare clinical care areas, and complete pre-operative phone interviews or scheduling. Start intravenous (IV) lines, administer pre-op medications, and obtain necessary diagnostic test results. Communicate patient status changes or clinical concerns to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and family members.
- Post-Operative / PACU Recovery Care: Monitor patient vitals, hemodynamic status, and level of consciousness as they emerge from anesthesia or sedation. Manage post-procedural pain, treat side effects like nausea, and use aseptic technique for wound or surgical site checks. Complete post-anesthesia documentation and verify that strict clinical discharge criteria are fully met. Deliver thorough discharge instructions and post-op care education to the patient and their designated caregiver.