Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/PACU

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

The Pre-op/PACU RN will assist in providing high-quality care during the pre-op and post-op phase of the patient's visit. 

RESPONSIBILITIES     

• Assess, instruct & prepare patients prior to surgery; 
• Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct; 
• Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure; 
• Assess patients’ post-operative condition; 
• Monitor vital signs and other measurements of progress to ensure patient is meeting discharge criteria; 
• Document all findings in patient files; 
• Answer patient questions to ensure patient comfort;  
• Monitor patients for condition changes, report any changes to physician; 
• Perform intervention duties during post-operative emergencies; 
• Gather pertinent medical history and provide concise instruction for pre-operative and post-operative care; 
• Other responsibilities as needed/assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS  

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the essential functions:   

• Current unrestricted NYS RN license; 
• Minimum of 2 years previous PACU or critical care experience required; 
• Ability to effectively communicate with providers, patients and peers; 
• Candidate must demonstrate aptitude for maintaining pace of abbreviated patient encounters, keeping flow to reasonable time frame in post-operative care; 
• Specialized knowledge, skill and abilities in perioperative nursing; 
• Capable of decision making when applicable.

OTHER INFORMATION 

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle to travel as needed