Ambulatory Services Nurse II (Pre-Op & PACU)

Quick Facts

• Role: Ambulatory Services Nurse II (Pre-Op & PACU)

• Shift: Day/Evening; Full Time (32 hours/week)

• Weekend requirements: None

Description

Provide nursing assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation during pre-operative and post-operative phases of nursing care. Assist the physician during surgery and procedures in a circulating role, and develop and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors. Maintain collaborative relationships and communicate effectively with patients, families/support groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers while following policies, industry standards, and applicable laws/regulations to support a quality patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, treat, and evaluate nursing care for patients in pre-op and post-op phases

• Circulate during surgery/procedures and assist physicians

• Develop, implement, and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care incorporating psychosocial and lifestyle factors

• Communicate timely and effectively with patients, families/support groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers

• Adhere to policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations

• Maintain patient privacy and ensure protection of PHI

• Engage in continuous professional growth in nursing practice

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

• RN-Registered Nurse of California license

• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification

• 2 years of recent relevant experience

• Demonstrated nursing knowledge and competence (nursing theories, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology)

• Working knowledge of healthcare industry safety precautions, best practices, patient privacy, and regulatory changes

• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information to diverse audiences

• Basic knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite: Word and Outlook) and Electronic Health Record

• Ability to prioritize assignments and work independently or as part of a team

• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options

Benefits

• Benefits available (details not specified)

Hazardous Drugs Requirement

The role may involve handling hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 guidelines and NIOSH-related requirements.