RN, Pre-Op/PACU - Albany, United States - OrthoNY, LLP

Description

Division/Department:
Ambulatory Surgery Center/RN


Location:
Albany


Job Title:
RN, Pre-op/ PACU


Reports to:
Clinical Nurse Manager

Grade:
$36.00- $54.00 per hour based on experience


Type of position:
Part Time


FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt


GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Pre-op/PACU RN will assist in providing high quality care during the pre-op and post-op phase of the

patient's visit.


RESPONSIBILITIES
Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery;

Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct;

Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure;

Assess patients' post-operative condition;

Monitor vital signs and other measurements of progress to ensure patient is meeting discharge criteria;

Document all findings in patient files;

Answer patient questions to ensure patient comfort;

Monitor patients for condition changes, report any changes to physician;

Perform intervention duties during post-operative emergencies;

Other responsibilities as needed/assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS
Current NYS RN license;

Minimum of 2 years previous PACU or critical care experience required;

Ability to effectively communicate with providers, patients and peers;

Candidate must demonstrate aptitude for maintaining pace of abbreviated patient encounters, keeping flow to reasonable time frame in post-operative care;

Candidate must demonstrate ability to gather pertinent medical history and provide concise instruction for pre-operative and post-operative care;

Specialized knowledge, skill and abilities in perioperative nursing;

Capable of decision making when applicable.


OTHER INFORMATION
Schedules are Monday through Friday; No weekends, holidays, or on-call.