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Registered Nurses (RNs) | Pre and Post Op & Conscious Sedation
Job Description
- Perform patient assessments and review medical histories prior to procedures
- Verify procedure information, consent documentation, allergies, medications, and patient readiness
- Start IVs and administer pre operative medications as ordered
- Provide patient and family education regarding procedures and recovery expectations
- Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure safe patient preparation Moderate / Conscious Sedation
- Provide nursing care for patients undergoing procedures with moderate / conscious sedation in accordance with facility policies and provider orders
- Perform and document ongoing patient assessments throughout the procedure
- Monitor vital signs, oxygenation, level of consciousness, airway status, pain, and overall patient response
- Administer medications as ordered and within the RN's authorized scope and facility policies
- Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
- Maintain patient safety throughout the procedure and recovery period Post Operative / PACU Care
- Monitor patients during recovery following surgical and procedural care
- Assess vital signs, pain levels, airway status, level of consciousness, and overall patient condition
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered
- Identify and respond appropriately to post operative complications
- Assess patient readiness for discharge according to established criteria
- Provide discharge instructions and patient and family education for recovery at home Clinical & Team Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
- Follow infection prevention, medication safety, and facility policies and procedures
- Assist with patient flow and room turnover as needed
- Communicate effectively with physicians, staff, patients, and families
- Support a professional, collaborative, patient centered care environment
- Be willing to cross train and assist in other clinical areas as appropriate Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required or expected to have within 60 days
- Minimum 1 to 2 years of nursing experience preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a small, collaborative team Preferred Experience Experience in one or more of the following is preferred:
- Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
- Pre Op / PACU
- Procedural nursing
- Moderate / conscious sedation
- Critical care
- Emergency nursing
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation Candidates without previous moderate / conscious sedation experience are encouraged to apply.
Pay:
$42.00 - $49.00 per hourWork Location:
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$92,251 / year median in Alaska
+5% projected growth