Registered Nurse - PreOp/PACU

Wickenburg Community Hospital • Surprise, AZ

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Experienced Registered Nurse who plays a very critical role in providing the best care for our patients in the pre-operative department.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Possess a current Arizona Registered Nursing License
• ACLS, BLS certifications required

Nice To Haves

• One-year perioperative nursing preferred
• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• RN is responsible for active participation in patient care.
• RN will document on the pre-operative record & initiate nursing care.
• The pre-operative nurse will administer pre-surgery medication if necessary, evaluate and access admission documents, identify emergency procedures, and adhere to pre-operation policies and procedures.
• The pre-operative nurse must have the ability and desire to be cross trained as a post-operative nurse.
• RN must be proficient with computer documentation skills.
• Guidelines and standards of care
• Understanding team concept in working with others
• Demonstrate excellence in communication and interpersonal skills
• Display professionalism
• Ability to efficiently multi-task
• Successfully contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation
• Reviews and updates policy’s
• Conducts Scheduling
• Orders anesthesia drugs from pharmacy
• Good working relationships with entire Peri-operative staff, Physicians, and administrators of the hospital

Benefits

• Full Benefits
• PTO/Sick Leave
• Wellness Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree