RN-Pre/Post Op

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate patients preoperatively in an efficient and caring manner to provide for a smooth patient flow throughout their experience.
• Collect, assess, and analyze patient data using nursing diagnoses to develop plan of care.
• Responsible for obtaining appropriate lab specimens, performing and interpreting EKGs, and IV access according to perioperative requirements.
• Review chart (including but not limited to H&P, labs, testing) immediately preoperatively to ensure completeness, including surgical and anesthesia consents.
• Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by implementing standards of aseptic technique and by controlling the physical and psychological aspects of that environment.
• Provides airway management as applicable.
• Ongoing physiological assessment, including medication and pain management.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with staff, physicians, patients, families and other ancillary team members.
• Demonstrates competence in specified computer applications.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment and stays abreast of current perioperative nursing trends.
• Participate in the performance improvement process and maintenance of unit resource materials.
• Affords assistance with regulatory compliance throughout the organization.
• Adheres to all Joint Commission Ambulatory Standards and CMS Rules and Regulations.

Requirements

• R.N. with license to practice in State of Iowa.
• Mandatory reporting course within previous 3 years.
• IV skills.
• Knowledge of perioperative services and patient education.
• Confident to act with autonomy within the scope of your practice.
• Maintains BLS certification.
• Maintains ACLS certification, or obtains within 6 months of hire.
• PALS certification encouraged but not required.

Why Choose Iowa Ortho?

• Innovation that Drives Positive Outcomes (I)
• Motivation for Exceptional Care (M)
• Passion for Quality in Everything We Do (P)
• Accountability Through Open and Honest Communication (A)
• Commitment to Continued Growth (C)
• Teamwork (T)
• Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive pay, health, dental, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, profit-sharing, employee discounts and more.
• Center of Excellence: Physician-owned orthopedic clinic and surgery center dedicated to providing exceptional medical care to the people of central Iowa.
• Discover why Iowa Ortho is a recognized center of excellence in orthopedic care.
• Cutting-Edge Environment: Work in a state-of-the-art facility that embraces the latest advancements in medical technology.
• Team Atmosphere: Join a collaborative team that supports one another and is committed to enhancing patient care.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning.