RN - PRN - Surgery Care

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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