Registered Nurse II, Pre-Op/PACU - Torrance ASC (Per Diem)
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse II, Procedural provides individualized and specialized nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders, recognized nursing techniques, California nursing practice requirements, and Center policies and procedures. The role works collaboratively with physicians and staff and demonstrates initiative, insight, and sound judgment in decision-making. The nurse assesses and supports patients before, during, and after procedures; assists physicians during procedures; administers medications; monitors patients receiving conscious sedation or analgesia; and maintains a safe, sterile procedure environment. The position may include cross-training for pre- and post-operative nursing care, with assignments covering lunches, breaks, or full shifts in those areas as needed.
Requirements
- Associate degree or college diploma in Nursing, minimum.
- At least 2 years of nursing experience, minimum.
- Experience in an Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery Center setting required.
- Current California state license to practice as a Registered Nurse, required upon hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification, required upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
- 5 years of nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient needs and provide supportive care before, during, and after procedures.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records and assist with completing the procedure log.
- Communicate pertinent information clearly and accurately to physicians and co-workers.
- Provide a safe environment to prevent patient injury.
- Investigate and intervene in problem situations, report information to a supervisor as appropriate, and provide complete and accurate documentation.
- Follow Standard Precautions and use personal protective equipment as appropriate and required.
- Maintain equipment and supplies, including cleaning and disinfecting endoscopy equipment, operating and troubleshooting patient monitoring equipment, and helping maintain adequate inventories of supplies and medications.
- Administer oral and IV medications and pharmaceuticals safely and accurately.
- Ensure informed consents are understood and signed before sedation is administered.
- Assist physicians in performing procedures.
- Monitor patients receiving Conscious Sedation/Analgesia.
- Maintain the sterility and cleanliness of the procedure room and set up and test endoscopy equipment before procedures.
- Escalate situations beyond the nurse’s capability or job responsibilities to appropriate personnel and report and communicate errors.
- May cross-train to provide pre- and post-operative nursing care and, once trained, cover lunches, breaks, or full shifts in those areas as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
