PREOP/PACU - REGISTERED NURSE

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC • Idaho Falls, ID

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Admission nurse phones patients before surgery to obtain a thorough medical history, provide preoperative instructions and teaching, and clarify patients’ understanding of the procedure, intended anesthetic approach, expected outcomes, and personal responsibilities. The nurse works with the Scheduling Clerk to support optimal use of the operating room schedule, suites, personnel, and equipment. The role also requires recognizing potential problems during patient interviews and responding appropriately, while demonstrating cooperative behavior with patients, colleagues, and supervisors.

Mountain View Hospital is a community-focused health system serving the Snake River Valley through its hospital and 29 affiliate clinics. Its capabilities include wound care, urgent care, oncology, neurology, rehabilitation services, a Level III NICU, robotic surgery, and rural health services. The organization describes its work environment as mission-driven, people-centric, and supportive.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse or LPN in the state of Idaho.
• Current BLS certification.
• Background in medical/surgical nursing.

Responsibilities

• Phone patients before surgery to obtain a thorough and comprehensive medical history.
• Provide preoperative instructions and initiate preoperative teaching.
• Clarify patients’ understanding of the procedure, intended anesthetic approach, expected outcomes, and personal responsibilities.
• Work with the Scheduling Clerk to optimize use of the operating room schedule, suites, personnel, and equipment.
• Identify potential problems encountered during patient interviews and handle them appropriately.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with patients, colleagues, and supervisors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days, and medical paid time off.
• Retirement plans, including a 401(k) with up to a 6% match.
• Earned quarterly bonus program.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Discounts for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed