Pre-Op/PACU RN

Roles And Responsibilities

• Maintains active professional relationships with physicians and patients.
• Absess needs and levels of satisfaction with facility services.
• Make sound nursing judgment based on nursing theory.
• Medical records documentation is legible, concise and accurate.
• Organize equipment, instruments, medication and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards.
• Work knowledge and experience in hospital or ambulatory surgical center pre-operative, operating room, & PACU.
• Demonstrates appropriate nursing management and intervention in the perioperative period.
• Performs surgical prep per standard of care and surgeon preference.
• Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.
• Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.
• Uses knowledge of medical record policy and procedure.
• Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in an ambulatory surgery center or operating room is strongly preferred.
• Experience with ophthalmic procedures is preferred but not required.
• Experience as a pre-operative & PACU nurse is preferred but not required.
• Familiar with computer software and the ability to learn new systems quickly (Electronic health record experience preferred).
• Able to remain focused and organized and stand for extended periods.

Education Requirements

• 2 or 4-year degree plus a current, unencumbered RN license in the state of Nevada.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hours
• On-going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services