Nurse (Operative Care)

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Essential Functions Assess patients’ conditions and record their medical histories and symptoms
Observe patients and record the observations and assessments in patient’s electronic health record (EHR)
Set up plans for patients’ care and contribute information to existing plans
Consult and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals
Operate and monitor medical equipment and assist with diagnostic testing and analysis of results
Educate patients and their families on managing illnesses or injuries and following care instructions at home after treatment
Pre-Op Check all charts (doctor’s orders) for the surgery day
Check surgery schedule for surgery add-ons or cancellations
Check all equipment including glucometer, O2 tanks, and suction
Check Crash-cart to ensure all medications are in the appropriate place and stocked. Count narcotics and document them
Greet patients and properly identify patients per policy/procedure
Operating Room Assist with preparation of the operating room, including checking functionality of equipment and all necessary supplies are available
Competently operate equipment in the operating room (OR)
Be the patient advocate during surgery
timeouts, counts, positioning, infection control)
Document all pertinent information in patient EHR, and report information to team members, the surgeon, and anesthesia personnel
Post-Op Receive handoff of patient from OR with reports from circulating nurse and anesthesia
Assess patient’s respiratory function; Notify surgeon and anesthesia if applicable
Record all care/assessment of patient in EHR including patient belongings
Follow post-op orders requested from each surgeon
Provide detailed post-op instructions to patients and caregivers about care after discharge
Must hold a current/active Florida RN license and have current ACLS/BLS CPR certifications
Demonstrates sound critical thinking and judgment when responding to disasters and emergencies
Able to lift and move patients, stand continuously on feet, and perform physical activities including walking, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling
For roles that are remote (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. J-18808-Ljbffr iCARE HEALTH SOLUTIONS