LPN Preop - PRN

Surgery Partners Careers•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Assists in provision of nursing care to patients in an Ambulatory Surgical Center setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician's orders and centers policies. Completes Pre-Op scheduling and calling. Identifies and evaluates patient needs by way of telephone triage. Administers medication including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required by specialty. Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate. Adheres to nursing policy and procedures when documenting information in patient's medical record. Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician's office.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing
Hold an active state license.
One year experience in a health care facility preferred.
CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

PreOp Opthamology experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists in provision of nursing care to patients
Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician's orders and centers policies
Completes Pre-Op scheduling and calling
Identifies and evaluates patient needs by way of telephone triage
Administers medication including injections
Documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required by specialty
Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction
Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate
Adheres to nursing policy and procedures when documenting information in patient's medical record
Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician's office