Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery

Surgery Partners, Inc•Layton, UT

6h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care for pre-operative and post-operative patients. The Registered Nurse will be responsible for assessing patient conditions, administering medications and treatments, and ensuring all necessary documentation and pre-operative preparations are complete. The position requires the ability to function independently in emergency situations, maintain patient confidentiality, and collaborate with physicians and other medical departments. Continuous learning and adherence to safety guidelines are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Current Utah state license as a Registered Nurse.
CPR, PALS, & ACLS certification, obtained within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Perioperative nursing experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assesses, develops, and implements total nursing care for pre-operative and post-operative patients.
Records and reports symptoms, reactions, abnormalities, and changes in patient condition.
Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
Cares for and discharges pre-operative patients according to facility policies.
Reviews pre-operative patient charts for accuracy and completeness.
Ensures surgical consent is completed accurately and compares it to physician orders and the OR schedule.
Verifies all pre-operative workup (lab work, chest x-ray, EKG, H&P) is in the chart and reports abnormal findings.
Obtains and labels personal belongings bags and assists patients with OR attire.
Administers medication, ensuring allergies are questioned and understanding of intended action and side effects.
Documents medication administration on the Pre-Operative worksheet.
Functions independently in emergency situations and displays proficiency in emergency nursing skills.
Makes logical and quick decisions based on sound judgment.
Maintains patient and employee privacy and confidential information.
Provides psychological support to patients and/or families.
Maintains rapport with physicians and medical departments for pre-operative workup.
Maintains competence through continuing education and meets CEU requirements for re-licensure.
Attends all facility in-services.
Assists in the orientation of new employees as directed.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment.
Reports and labels any malfunctioning or broken equipment.
Works within established facility and departmental safety guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.