RN - Pre-Op/PACU - PRN

KICK for the GOAL

OrthoArkansas' core values

KINDNESS

People are happier after interactions with you because you are kind and pleasant.

INTEGRITY

Always doing the right thing, especially when no one is looking.

CONSCIENTIOUSNESS

Strive for excellence in all that you do, paying special attention to the details that make a difference in patient care and teamwork.

KNOWLEDGE

Be a lifelong learner.

General Description of Position:

As a Pre-op/PACU Nurse, you play a crucial role in providing safe and therapeutic care to patients in the Pre-op, PACU, and Interventional Spine areas. Your responsibilities include assisting the nursing team in managing patient care, ensuring smooth case flow from admission to discharge, and maintaining a high standard of clinical excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Medical Records Management:

  • Complete all medical records accurately according to center policy.
  • Conduct chart audits accurately and as time permits.

• Clinical Preparation and Organization:

  • Prepare clinical areas for the next day and check emergency supplies and equipment.
  • Restock clinical areas and identify supplies that need reordering.

• Patient Care and Medication Administration:

  • Administer medication in compliance with policies, procedures, and DEA regulations.
  • Assess patients' post-op pain and administer medications as per physician orders.
  • Assist with dressings and ensure proper post-operative care.

• Patient Education and Coordination:

  • Ensure consents are signed by patients, physicians, and nurses.
  • Explain procedures and post-operative instructions to patients in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Consult with patients, family caregivers, and team members to coordinate patient care.

• Clinical Procedures and Assessments:

  • Perform treatments or orders within the scope of practice.
  • Administer IVs and IV medications and assess safety needs, patients' pain levels, and vital signs.
  • Make pre-op and post-op follow-up calls to patients.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Equivalent to a four-year college degree.
  • 12 to 18 months of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • RN License, BLS/ACLS certification.

• Preferred Certifications:

  • CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room).
  • BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing).

Software Skills Required:

• Basic proficiency in Alphanumeric Data Entry, Word Processing, and Typing.

This role demands a dedicated and skilled individual capable of providing comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment. As a Pre-op/PACU Nurse, you'll contribute significantly to ensuring positive patient outcomes and maintaining high standards of clinical care.