Registered Nurse PreOp PACU

Pre-Op/PACU Registered NurseTownsen Memorial Surgery Center - Woodland is looking for a Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse to join our team! The Registered Nurse PreOp / PACU is responsible for admitting the patient to the clinical area and providing nursing care to the pre-operative and post-operative patient, as well as, developing a nursing care plan specifically designed for the individual patient. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change. Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of Texas required.Essential Functions:Ensures the pre-operative, post-operative, observation/inpatient area has a clean and therapeutic environment for all patients at all times.Gives instructions to patients as instructed by physician or physician assistantEnsures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working orderAdmits the patient to the unit and prepares him/her for the scheduled procedureMakes initial assessment and determines the nursing needs of the patient, communicates additional discharge needs when applicable (transportation, durable medical equipment)Explains nursing procedures and actions taken to help reduce anxietyIdentifies patient's physical and mental statusMonitors the patient's medical condition and reports any significant changes to the admitting physician or anesthesiologistAssures surgical consent, pre-operative test results and History and Physical are in the medical record prior to proposed procedurePre-op and post-op calls to patientsReports any important health history facts to the operating room nurse/medical directorGives patients and family members emotional support as necessaryDocuments patient care delivered, accurately in the medical recordImplements doctor's orders in a timely and accurate mannerEducates patients and familyDevelops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and other Center employeesDocuments concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policyUnderstands and maintains clinical competencies (general, age specific and drug administration)Demonstrates clinical problem solving and critical thinkingMakes decisions using evidence based analytical approachPlans for routine events and anticipates/prevents and manages/evaluates emergent situationsCompletes patient care responsibilities in a timely manner with accurate documentationUses downtime efficiently, aware of team members workload and constantly helps and responds positively to requests for assistance from other team membersAdapts to unexpected changesEffectively acclimate to various work schedules to achieve high quality of careProtects patient and family privacy rights and maintains confidentiality of patient records in accordance to policy and procedure and HIPAA requirementsFollows all safety rules on the job. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the work placeMaintains established Center/Departmental policies and proceduresAdheres to the company standards of business conductPerforms other related duties as assigned to support the hospitalKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of computer and relevant software applicationsStrong attention to detailHas self-control to maintain composureAbility to adequately diagnose, plan and implement nursing interventions and evaluate patient conditionCompliance with facility policies and proceduresCompliance with continuing and mandatory education programsPractices nursing within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of TexasPossesses appropriate communication skills to practice collaborative nursingAbility to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities and /or the patient's condition changesHigh stress toleranceAbility to adapt with flexibilityAbility to work independentlyAbility to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flowAbility to maintain recordsAbility to lift 50 lbs., carry 35 lbs., push and pull 25lbs, lift overhead 25 lbs. Able to perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, and reachingAbility to clean, maintain, and make minor adjustments to equipmentExcellent, polished patient interaction skillsAbility to communicate professionally with patientsExceptional customer service and phone etiquetteStrong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word & Vision (EMR)Energetic with a desire to learn and develop new skillsEducation and Experience:College degree required; minimum of an Associate's Degree with a Bachelor's Degree preferredMinimum 2 years recent experience in a peri-operative environmentRegistered Nurse in the State of Texas; License must remain active and unencumbered while employedCurrent BLS, ACLS and PALSMust complete additional educational requirements as assigned by due datesBenefits:3 Medical Plans2 Dental Plans2 Vision PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramShort- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment Plan401(k) with a 2-year vestingPTO + Holidays