Per Diem Ambulatory Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse

Quick Facts

• Role: Ambulatory Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (Per Diem/Casual)
• Schedule: Days, Monday–Friday; weekends as needed
• Shift length: 8 hours

Description

Provides nursing assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation during pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases. Assists the physician during surgery and procedures in the circulating role and coordinates an interdisciplinary plan of care that considers psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors. Ensures compliance with policies, industry standards, best practices, and laws/regulations to deliver a reliable patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, manage/coordinate, and evaluate nursing care across perioperative phases
• Circulate during surgery and procedures; assist the physician
• Develop and coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care including psychosocial and life-style factors
• Maintain collaborative relationships with patients, families/support groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely communication
• Adhere to policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes
• Engage in continuous professional growth and development

Benefits

No benefits listed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• RN license: California Registered Nurse
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – Healthcare Provider
• Department/ASC certifications: ACLS and PALS
• 2 years recent relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing theories, concepts, practices, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Working knowledge of healthcare safety precautions, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and regulatory changes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences
• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office Suite: Word and Outlook; Electronic Health Record)
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with interruptions
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options
• Ability to ensure privacy of protected health information (PHI)