RN PreOp

SUMMIT MEDICAL CENTER LLC•Edmond, OK

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Delivers nursing care in the Pre-Operative Care Unit for patients entering surgery. The staffing of Summit Medical Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross-trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Oklahoma
Current BLS certification
ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of employment
Previous pre-operative experience required
Nursing care of the pre-operative patient
Operation of vital signs monitors
Assessment Skills
IV Therapy
Principles of Standard Precautions
CPR
Ability to adequately assess, diagnose, plan, and implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient condition
Compliance with the attendance policy
Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs
Possesses appropriate communication skills to practice collaborative nursing
Ability to respond quickly, physically, and mentally when priorities and /or the patient’s condition change
Ability to read and write (legibly)
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
Ability to understand and resolve simple to complex problems
Ability to understand simple to complex instructions
Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift
Ability to frequently utilize the full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending, and twisting
Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with the assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient
Ability to see and hear, and distinguish color
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
Ability to function independently without constant supervision

Responsibilities

Ensures that the Pre-Operative Care Unit always has a clean and therapeutic environment for all patients
Ensures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working order
Makes an initial assessment and determines the nursing needs of the patient
Follows and implements the physician’s orders and performs all required nursing activities
Explains nursing procedures and actions taken to help reduce anxiety
Identifies the patient’s physical and mental status
Monitors the patient’s medical condition and reports any significant changes to the admitting physician or anesthesiologist
Documents accurately in the patient’s medical record the care received and the progress in the recovery process
Assures that the patient fits the documented criteria prior to surgery
Gives patients and family members emotional support as necessary
Performs other duties as assigned or requested
Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards
Maintains department records, reports, and files as required
Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies
Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings
Maintains confidentiality of patient and center-related business
Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and other center employees
Documents concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy
Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and center business
Understands and maintains clinical competencies (general, age-specific, and drug administration)