RN - OR & PRE-OP/PACU - PRN

WATSON CLINIC ASC LLC•Lakeland, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the planning, executing, directing and evaluating the nursing care given to the surgical patient by assuming the preoperative role. The role is defined as the pre-operative and the post-operative period. May have contact with the patient in each phase of the surgical experience. The responsibility includes the preparation, assembly and organization of the environment, equipment and supplies necessary to perform the activities necessary for the preparation and the recovery of the ambulatory surgical patient. Participates in the preparation of the patient for surgery. Performs the pre-admission assessment either over the telephone or in person. Provides pre instructions. Ascertains that all appropriate data is in the patient’s record prior to admission or immediately following admission and prior to procedural intervention. Communicates abnormal and/or extensive medical history to the anesthesiologist as soon as discovered. Maintains communication with reception area and OR/Endoscopic rooms to assure efficient movement of patients. Assists with the preparation of medications for blocks and/or local injections. Admits the patient in the pre-op area and follows the admission protocols. Receives patient from OR/Endoscopic rooms and assesses patient's condition on admission and discharge, and documents on PACU records. Observes and monitors the post-op/procedure patient by taking vital signs, EKG and documenting patient’s progress while in PACU. Administers medications, IV’s and treatments; maintain records regarding dispensing of it; observes patient’s reaction and acts appropriately in the event of adverse reactions. Performs/assists Physician in sterile and non-sterile dressing changes and other procedures as requested. Assures patient that he/she is not, and will not be, left alone in the Recovery Areas. Provides a summary of Post-op instructions to patient to discharge from the unit. Makes sure patient has follow-up appointment before being discharges; if ordered by the physician. Gives immediate respiratory assistance or support, including use of AMBU bag, airways, and endotracheal tubes; administers CPR; assists with defibrillation, and performs venipuncture, in emergency situations. Knows and maintains Code Blue/crash cart. Recognizes and utilizes safety precautions and procedures. Remains familiar with equipment and supplies, including function, location, and upkeep. Assists in restocking unit as needed. Maintain a comfortable, orderly, clear, safe environment in the Recovery Area. Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Nursing.
Active Florida RN license.
Minimum of One (1) year experience in PACU or Critical Care.
Current CPR certification.
Current ACLS certification.
Current PALS certification.

Responsibilities

Planning, executing, directing, and evaluating nursing care for surgical patients in pre-operative and post-operative phases.
Preparing, assembling, and organizing the environment, equipment, and supplies for ambulatory surgical patients.
Participating in patient preparation for surgery, including pre-admission assessments and providing pre-operative instructions.
Ascertaining that all appropriate data is in the patient's record prior to admission or immediately following admission and prior to procedural intervention.
Communicating abnormal or extensive medical history to the anesthesiologist.
Maintaining communication with the reception area and OR/Endoscopic rooms for efficient patient flow.
Assisting with the preparation of medications for blocks and/or local injections.
Admitting patients in the pre-op area and following admission protocols.
Receiving patients from OR/Endoscopic rooms and assessing their condition on admission and discharge.
Observing and monitoring post-operative/procedure patients, including vital signs and EKG, and documenting progress.
Administering medications, IVs, and treatments, and observing patient reactions.
Performing/assisting physicians with sterile and non-sterile dressing changes and other procedures.
Ensuring patients are not left alone in Recovery Areas and providing post-operative instructions for discharge.
Confirming patients have follow-up appointments before discharge, if ordered by the physician.
Providing respiratory assistance and support, including use of AMBU bag, airways, and endotracheal tubes.
Administering CPR, assisting with defibrillation, and performing venipuncture in emergency situations.
Maintaining Code Blue/crash cart knowledge and readiness.
Recognizing and utilizing safety precautions and procedures.
Maintaining familiarity with equipment and supplies, including function, location, and upkeep.
Assisting in restocking the unit as needed.
Maintaining a comfortable, orderly, clear, and safe environment in the Recovery Area.
Performing other duties as deemed necessary.