Registered Nurse
Apex Spine and Neurosurgery LLC•Suwanee, GA
About The Position
Provides nursing care to patients in the pre-operative and post-anesthesia care areas in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and the scope of nursing practice. Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and clinical staff to ensure safe and effective patient care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current, active, unencumbered, Registered Nurse license in the state of Georgia
- BLS and ACLS certified
Nice To Haves
- Recent Pre-Op and/or PACU experience preferred (within the past 2 years)
- Ambulatory surgery center experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures including assessment, history review, and IV placement
- Verify required labs, testing, and medical clearances prior to surgery and coordinate with physician offices as needed
- Perform pre-operative patient phone calls to review instructions and confirm readiness for surgery
- Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
- Administer medications per physician or anesthesia provider orders
- Provide patient education and discharge instructions
- Conduct post-operative follow-up calls to assess recovery and address concerns
- Document patient care accurately in the medical record
- Maintain patient privacy, confidentiality, and patient rights
- Follow infection control standards and facility policies
- Assist with maintaining supplies and equipment in clinical areas
- Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, and staff regarding patient care
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
