PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse

PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse Deer Valley Surgery Center Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time $37 - $50 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications PACU RN License BLS Certification Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Perioperative care Patient interaction Surgical nursing expertise Full Job Description PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse Deer Valley Surgical and Endoscopy Surgery Center, a beautiful state-of-the-art free-standing ambulatory surgery center located in Phoenix, AZ is seeking experienced PreOp/PACU Registered Nurses. The PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse, under minimal supervision, performs a variety of duties in the department as a member of the team. Major responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery and providing care for patients post operatively.

Specialties:

Orthopedics, ENT, urology, general, plastics, podiatry, Essential skills: Pre-operative duties include but are not limited to: Manage patients' admission processes to preoperative department Assess the status of patients' health in pre-op and ensure accuracy of patient identification Ensure that operative and informed consents are accurate for the procedure scheduled Complete admission assessment and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure Initiate IVs and administer preoperative medications as ordered Post-operative duties include but are not limited to: Assess patients' condition after a surgery has been performed Ensure that all vitals are within normal range Develop individualized care plans based on each individual patient's condition Ensure that the all nursing activities are carried out in accordance to individual patient care plan Monitor patients for condition changes and report any changes to the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist Initiate patient education programs to ensure that both patients and families are educated on procedures and medications Determine when patients are ready for discharge based on discharge criteria Perform intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies

Skills and Requirements:

Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state of Arizona Minimum 1-year previous experience in PreOP/PACU Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred Current BLS upon hire. ACLS and PALS with 30 days of hire. Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians Benefits 401(k)

Medical Specialty:

Surgery Physical Setting:

Outpatient Work Location:

In person