RN-Pre-Op / Same Day Surgery

RN-Pre-Op / Same Day SurgeryChicago, Illinois, United States$ 38,000.00 - 52,000.00 (US Dollar)About the job RN-Pre-Op / Same Day SurgeryJob Requirements:Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgeryEnsure that operative and informed consents are signed and correctTake and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedureInitiate IVs and ensure patients are informed about procedureAssess patients post-operative conditionMonitor vital signs and other measurements of progress, meeting discharge criteriaMonitor patients for condition changes, reporting any changes to physicianPerform intervention duties during post-operative emergenciesCommunicates and collaborates with nurses, physicians, technicians and other members of the healthcare team to develop a plan of care to ensure optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.Charts observations and activities related to patient care in electronic health record.Provides safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care for a patient population using critical thinking skills, advocacy abilities and ethical approaches.Demonstrates awareness of organizational values, mission, and philosophy through interactions with physicians, patients and peers.Assumes responsibility for professional education and development.Complete mandatory in-service requirements.Completes at least 20 hours of continuing education in addition to mandatory requirements within the last year that is specific to daily clinical practice.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited nursing school (Required)Current Registered Nurse License in this state (Illinois)BLS and ACLS(Required)General clinical competency in acute patient care4-5 years of PACU/SDS, ED, ICU, or Medsurg/Tele (Required)Ability to work variable hoursAdaptive to learn new techniques and skills in the ORExperience in spine, ortho and robotic surgeriesHave a good knowledge of inventory and supplies in the operating roomRequired Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status US &GC