What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pain Management RN, ASC position at West Florida Medical Center Clinic PA?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for coordinating patient care prior to and during the pain management procedures at the ASC.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtains a thorough medical history through interview of patient / family members with pertinent information documented and communicated to the physician
of record.
Recognizes health threatening changes in vital signs, symptoms, and results of diagnostic studies, and responds appropriately to include documentation of changes and notification of physician
of record.
Detects early signs and symptoms of pre-operative complications and reports observations promptly to physician
of record and documents accordingly.
Carries out physician
orders accurately and questions unclear orders.
Prepares consent form according to physician orders, explains consent to patient, allows patient the opportunity to read over the consent and have questions answered by the appropriate party. Ensures the consent is signed prior to procedure being performed.
Participates in all time-out procedures prior to the beginning of each pain management procedure.
Administers medications according to ASC policy.
Monitors patient undergoing pain management procedure to ensure vital signs remain stable and reports any abnormal activity to the physician of record.
Maintains a safe and quiet environment for the patients and clinical staff.
Provides instructions to patients, family members and significant others as appropriate.
Accompanies patient to PACU area and provides appropriate communication to PACU staff regarding status of patient.
Assists in the expedient turnover of procedure room when available.
Documents the specifics of performance during codes and coveys this information to the OR Charge Nurse.
Documents information regarding patient's progress before and during the procedure in a clear, concise and accurate manner in the ASC electronic medical record.
Other duties as assigned.
CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures
Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
Uphold MCC's Purpose, Values, and Vision.
Abide by MCC's Corporate Culture Responsibilities.
Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly.
Requirements
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of Registered Nursing program, with an Associate's degree.
Must be licensed by the State of Florida as a Registered Nurse (RN) and maintain licensure prior to hire and / or transfer and throughout employment in an RN position.
Must hold and maintain Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification, prior to hire and / or transfer and throughout employment in this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Display customer services skills, strong interpersonal skills, close attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Be a person of integrity and character, willing to embrace change and make a positive impact in the lives of patients and co-workers.
Ability to work with staff members at all levels of the organization in a cooperative, team-oriented manner.
Ability to work in close proximity with co-workers and maintain a professional attitude.
Displays computer proficiency (i.e. PC windows and MS Office environment) and ability to quickly learn new applications.
Proficient in use of English language both in written and verbal communication.
Must be able to communicate with individuals of varying socio-economic backgrounds.
Displays ability of giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Strength (Lift / Carry / Push / Pull) : Medium (exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally)
Standing / Walking : Constantly; activity exists up to 90% of the time
Keyboarding / Dexterity : Frequently; activity exists from &fac34 of the time
Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods.
Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions.
Ability to work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time.
Physically able to work long hours.
Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally) : Yes
Seeing : Yes
Hearing : Yes
EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Must exhibit stable work behaviors daily.
Must possess adequate individual coping skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional regardless of workload or time constraints.
Must be able to work under stress and remain calm and professional.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions / schedule.
Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day.
Required to work extended hours to meet deadlines and to participate in various assigned committees.
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