About this opportunity
United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI) lists this RN Pre Op PACU opportunity in gilbert, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
RN Pre Op PACU PRN
Mountain View Surgery Center at Gilbert is hiring a Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU and will train for the OR.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director and Clinical Manager, this position provides nursing care to ensure the safety of the patient during their procedure in the surgical suite or procedure room. This position also accompanies and monitors the patient as he or she transfers from PreOP to OR to PACU.
Responsibilities
Direct and assist in carrying out safe aseptic techniques and procedures
Supervise and directs the activities of surgical technician and supporting personnel as necessary
Perform assessments of patients for specific nursing care needs
Checks room for needed supplies and prepares room for specific patient and procedure
Assist in transporting patients to operating room/procedure room and checks patient record for appropriate pre-op preparation and procedures (i.e. lab, x-ray, appropriate permits)
Performs clean up following procedures, as well as general housekeeping duties
Sets up operating room/procedure room with all necessary equipment and supplies
Participates in on-going committees and other educational programs to enhance patient care
Reviews physicians’ preference cards and updates as needed
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts and documentation of same as applicable.
Ability to maintain sterile field throughout the surgical procedure
General familiarity of medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room
Strong communication skills and ability to promote departmental relationships to ensure continuity of care
Ability to handle instruments correctly and checks for cleanliness and proper working condition
Capability to function efficiently as a member of surgical/procedural team
Qualifications
Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state
Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOp/PACU or Critical Care. Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred
Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS
Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
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Worksite address
gilbert, AZ, 85233, US
Who can apply
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