PRN Pre-OP RN - OPC

Surgery Partners Careers•San Antonio, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the PeriAnesthesia Director, the PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing peri-operative patient case in accordance with sound nursing judgment, regulatory and accreditation standards, and the facility's mission, vision, and values. The position must provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum; and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to policies and procedures of the facility which will include our Hospital. Administrative responsibilities include internal physician marketing, cost awareness, and adherence to staffing schedule. Supervises other Registered Nurses as requested; and directs ancillary staff in the Pre-Operative and Post-Operative areas. Responsible to assist with administrative tasks related to Risk Management, Employee Health, Infection Control, Performance Improvement, and Clinical Recruitment/Retention. In conjunction with nursing leadership, the PeriAnesthesia Registered Nurse may assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures, which assure that cost effective, safe, and high quality of care is implemented. Projects a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and facility information and adhering to the HIPAA policy. Reports, in good faith, any known or suspected activity that appears to violate laws, rules, regulations or the SP Code of Conduct. Fulfills annual Cornerstone continuing education requirements. Personal attributes include the ability to be self-directed; demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and receptiveness to change; seeks guidance, direction, and assistance when needed. Works under stress and in situations that demand patience, stamina, endurance, and tact while providing impeccable service. Fosters an attitude of teamwork and willingness to assist others and does not refuse performing other job duties as requested. Sets priorities, responds timely to issues, which require a decision, and ensure desired results are achieved by means of consistent follow through. Patient Population: The patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is a minimum of 12 years and/or of adult stature to geriatric patients requiring or seeking pain and/or surgical intervention. In addition, our hospital outpatient department patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is a minimum of 6 months to geriatric patients.

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
BLS & ACLS required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
PALS certification required within 60 days of hire.
2 years of nursing experience required in ICU/Emergency Room/Recovery Room or other critical care-nursing environment.
Is aware of professional nursing standard and performs in accordance with them.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Knowledge of state, federal and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.
Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for his/her own professional advancement and that of others.
Must be computer literate with basic fundamental computer skills that are required to perform essential job related duties.

Nice To Haves

Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum.
Utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Assist with administrative tasks related to Risk Management, Employee Health, Infection Control, Performance Improvement, and Clinical Recruitment/Retention.
Assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures.
Supervise other Registered Nurses as requested.
Direct ancillary staff in the Pre-Operative and Post-Operative areas.
Adhere to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperate with daily assignments.
Demonstrate skills as a team player.
Show appropriate delegation, while directing and supervising ancillary personnel in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating patient care.
May be requested to perform charge duties.
Provide direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrate clinical competence.
Participate in orientation of new staff.
Ensure facility morale exemplifies the mission and values of the center.
Demonstrate ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on improving the situation.
Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
Complete Cornerstone modules in a timely manner annually.
Participate in all staff meetings for department and facility for informative and educational purposes.
Maintain skills required to be fully cross-trained in all areas of PeriAnesthesia and participate in the week-end PACU call schedule unless employment status is PRN.
Demonstrate highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
Establish and maintain exceptional services to all customers including physicians, patients and employees with the goal of delighting all customers.
Participate in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems.
Keep customers informed of progress related to clinical operations and provides comfort, information, and assistance during the process.
Model appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure high level of service in all areas of responsibility.
Review daily schedule and prepares patient care areas based upon types of procedures and specific patient care needs.
Communicate changes in status as necessary to physicians, family members, and other staff.
Initiate physical and psycho/social assessment and pre-operative plan of care, identifies patient and obtains informed consent.
Complete and document a pre-operative interview, obtains necessary diagnostic test results and notifies appropriate physicians and staff regarding variances and/or concerns.
Complete and document post-operative phone calls and reports problems and/or concerns.
Complete the Post-Anesthesia record and assures all patients have met the discharge criteria prior to discharge; and provides all patients post-operative instructions.
Assure the delivery of quality clinical care through participation in SP benchmarking programs.
Assure facility clinical policies and procedures are followed.
Maintain a safe clinical environment, adheres to all patient care safety requirements.
Review and participate in performance improvement initiatives.
Ensure medical record documentation is accurate, legible, and in accordance with federal and accrediting standards.
Participate in quality improvement activities.
Conserve resources and minimize cost when possible.
Participate and assist with implementation of cost saving initiatives for the department.
Communicate ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
Contribute to the growth of the facility through competency and customer service.
Communicate service line development ideas with facility leadership.
Engage in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.