RN - Pre-Op FT

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL•Gibson City, IL

6d•$25 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The RN - Pre-Op performs pre-operative physical assessments of surgical patients, including vital signs, head-to-toe assessment, auscultation of lung and heart sounds, abdominal and circulation assessment, and peripheral IV starts. The role reviews pre-operative history and completes the assessment flow chart. It also physically transports patients by wheelchair or cart to the surgical holding area and coordinates handoffs with operating room staff. Two full-time positions are available, working 36 hours per week from 4:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position reports to the Director of Pre-op Services. It involves direct patient care in conditions that may include noise, limited personal space, frequent interruptions, time pressure, and possible exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. The Hepatitis B vaccine shall be made available.

Requirements

Be a Registered Nurse with a strong background in peri-operative surgical services.
Knowledge of surgical procedures offered at GAHHS.
Knowledge of anesthesia, medications, and their side effects.
Excellent computer skills.
Excellent communication skills.
ACLS/PALS certification.
Excellent physical assessment skills.
Ability to physically transfer patients via wheelchair or stretcher-to-stretcher, using a slider board if needed, with or without assistance from other staff.
Ability to meet the listed lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling requirements.