- Minimum of two years RN nursing experience, preferably in pre- and post- anesthesia/surgery care.
- Will complete additional training or demonstrate competency in skills identified in the unit-specific competency plan and skills list. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. Is expected to be an example of good health habits.
- Provides patient care:
- Assists in patient admission process for surgical patients.
- Facilitates protocol for identified cardiac clearance, lab orders and x-ray baseline, relay of information on locations where testing will be done.
- Provides preoperative and postoperative patient education. Reviews the results of testing as they are available and reports any abnormalities to the attending physician and anesthesiologist.
- Proactive approach in reviewing OR schedule daily to facilitate patient flow. Alerts the anesthesia provider (MD and CRNA) of potential problems (latex allergy, serious medical conditions, etc.
- Functions as a liaison to Surgeon and Anesthesia MD/CRNA. Supervises and directs ancillary personnel that may be involved in the care of the pre-procedure patient.
- Acts as a resource to staff to assist in resolution of preoperative issues.
- Staff Development:
- In collaboration with anesthesia personnel assists in achieving annual requirements for unit-specific competencies.
- Provides leadership in development of staff through in-service education.
- Demonstrates quality improvement and patient safety practices:
- Identifies problem areas related to quality, implements and follows through.
- Actively supports and promotes a quality culture.
- Adheres to infection control practices.
- Utilizes the nursing process to achieve optimal patient outcomes:
- Assesses physical, psychological and educational needs of patients according to guidelines and age-specific populations.
- Establishes priorities and derives appropriate nursing diagnosis based on assessment data.
- Communicates expected outcomes individualized to the patient.
- Develops a plan of care that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
- Implements the interventions identified in the plan of care collaborating with healthcare team members, patients, and significant others as appropriate.
- Evaluates the patients progress toward and understanding of prescribed treatment and outcomes.
- Assumes responsibility for own professional development by:
- Self-Evaluation according to Nursing Practice Standards and Regulatory guidelines.
- Contributing to the professional development of peers.
- Utilizing research findings in practice.
- Acquiring and maintaining current knowledge and competency.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Description
Overview:
Facilitates the pre-operative admission process and patient flow for surgical patients as required.
Qualifications:Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Other Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Current registration required with the State of Illinois for practice as a professional nurse.
Responsibilities:
