Registered Nurse PACU (PRN) (1036661)
Location: San Antonio Texas
Description: The San Antonio Orthopaedic Group is employing Registered Nurse PACU (PRN) (1036661) right now, this position will be placed in Texas. More details about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. POSITION TITLE: PACU RN
DEPARTMENT: OSCSA
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: PRN
DRIVING CATEGORY: Non-Driver
Job Summary:!
Provide quality care to patients in the pre and postoperative phases of the ambulatory surgery experience.
Supervisor:
Director of Ambulatory Services
Duties Include but are not limited to:
o Introduce yourself and interview the patient/family for pertinent information.
o Apply ID bracelet and applicable allergy bands.
o Review preoperative chart to ensure all lab studies and necessary paperwork are present.
o Have the patient or guardian sign the operative consent and have physician perform preoperative assessment prior to going to OR.
o Verify patient name, date of birth and planned procedure and site.
o Monitor vital signs and assess cardiac and fluid volume, airway potency and wounds/drains.
o Implement and sign off on physician pre and post op orders
o Demonstrate awareness of patientsÂ' concerns and a willingness to address them
o Avoid and prevent casual discussion of patientÂ's surgery ! among employees.
o Ensure patients safety and comfort.
o Document all nursing interventions in the patientÂ's chart
o Perform narcotic count at the beginning and end of each working day.
o Maintain accurate records of narcotics dispensed in the narcotic log book.
o Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
o Complete necessary pre-and post-operative teaching of patient and family
o Maintain open lines of communication on the patientÂ's status with OR and anesthesia staff throughout the Perioperative period.
o Clean an restock all areas at the end of the day
o Participate in inventory control by reporting on low stock levels etc.
o Implement cost containment measures
o Participate in quality assurance initiatives
o Assist with updating of printed material: e.g. surgeonÂ's post-op orders, discharge instructions, etc.
o Make preoperative assessment and post-op! erative follow-up calls as required.
Position Requirements:
EDUCATION:
Must be currently licensed as a nurse in the State of Texas or eligible for endorsement. Minimum of one year experience as a nurse. Must possess BLS certification (ACLS/PALS preferred).
EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrates proficiency and independence in the care of patients with complex diagnoses and nursing problems. Takes charge effectively in emergency situations.
SKILLS:
Excellent communication skills and knowledge of surgical procedures, specifically Orthopaedics and Pain Management.
ABILITIES:
Basic computer knowledge; read/write English; Spanish a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires extensive mobility (walking and standing) while performing duties. Periodic pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients and /or equipment. Many have exposure to patients with communicable diseases. May have exp! osure to hazardous equipment or agents
Bloodborne Pathogen ! Classification:
Category I- Occupational Exposure
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to The San Antonio Orthopaedic Group.
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This position starts available on: Thu, 23 May 2013 06:06:50 GMT