Registered Nurse/PAT Nurse (Pre-Admission Testing Nurse)

Jax Spine & Pain Centers•Jacksonville, FL

21h

About The Position

Centurion Surgery Center is seeking a Pre-Admission Testing/Pre-Op Nurse to provide ongoing assessment and nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders, facility policies and procedures, and the nurse’s scope of practice. The nurse participates in educating patients and families, works cooperatively with other healthcare team members, and collaborates with physicians and colleagues to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The role maintains professional nursing practice standards in the clinical setting and may serve as interim Clinical Director, if designated by the Governing Board, when the Clinical Director is absent. The position is described as having no nights or weekends.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current, active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Florida.
BLS certification.
ACLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Current Pre-Op/PACU experience within the past two years is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe and follow facility policies, procedures, and processes.
Prepare patients for planned procedures.
Obtain patient medical histories, including medications, allergies, and reactions.
Carry out physician orders.
Monitor patients’ medical condition, including vital signs, affect, pain, and symptoms requiring further evaluation or treatment, and escalate concerns to the physician.
Communicate effectively with patients and the care team, and relay patient-condition information to appropriate personnel.
Educate patients, including providing discharge-preparation instructions.
Administer medications per physician order.
Document care appropriately.
Supervise non-licensed personnel as assigned.
Maintain appropriate supplies and medication.
Assist with preparation for and performance of procedures.
Assist with medical records maintenance.
Use safe practices and controls to protect patients and self from infection and exposure.
Maintain patient privacy, confidentiality, and rights.
Maintain positive and effective interpersonal relationships.
Report and document unusual occurrences and incidents promptly.
Use proper body mechanics while lifting.
Serve as a clinical resource and demonstrate professional accountability.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May act as interim Clinical Director in the absence of the Clinical Director when designated by the Governing Board.