Registered Nurse PreOp

Description:

Our healthcare team is seeking a skilled and compassionate Preoperative Registered Nurse (Preop RN). As a Preop RN, your primary role will be to prepare patients for surgery and guarantee their safety and comfort throughout the process. You will closely collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include the following:

• Introduces patients and families to the admissions process.
• Obtains a thorough medical history through a phone or personal interview of the patient or family member.
• Documents medical history and communicates potential medical/surgical risks to surgeon and anesthesiologist.
• Review preadmission guidelines with patient/family.
• Assist with the completion of the Health Questionnaire/Pre-Anesthesia Evaluation form.
• Reviews Preop instructions specific to surgical procedure and physician preference.
• Reviews Preop Do's and Don'ts instructions.
• Provides an overview of postoperative care and needs.
• Review daily surgery schedule for updates.
• Administers IV therapy according to Nursing Service Policies.
• Administers notifications according to SHOLA Nursing Policies.
• Carries out physician's orders accurately and questions unclear orders.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to SHOLA Nursing Policies.
• Cost-effectively maintains adequate supplies and equipment in appropriate working conditions.
• Initiates nurse-physician communication as appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and quiet environment for patients and other personnel.
• Utilizes sound nursing judgment as evidenced by the ability to provide a rationale for decisions.
• Detects early signs and symptoms of potential peri-operative complications and report observations promptly to the proper physician.
• Always provides for patient privacy and confidentiality and maintains patient dignity.
• Provides preoperative and postoperative teaching to patients and significant family members with proper documentation.
• Recognizes potential benefits of selected new products and discusses with the Surgical Services Director for possible acquisition for use.
• Serves as a resource person for updating or improving patient care practices.
• Assists in facilitating the patient-physician-nurse communication process.
• Serves as a preceptor in the orientation of new employees.
• Assumes leadership role, acting as a role model.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental goals.
• Possesses a working knowledge of equipment used in the Preop area, Pain Medicine Procedures Room, and PACU.
• Assists in maintenance care and cleanliness of supplies, cost-effectively maintains adequate supplies and equipment in appropriate working condition with proper documentation.
• Reports damaged instruments to the Surgical Services Director and follows the proper procedure for damaged instruments and equipment.
• Cross-trains and works in other departments as needed.
• Completes preop nurse competency checklist yearly.

The statements mentioned above are intended to describe the essential functions of this position. However, they should not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Requirements:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Preop Nurse is preferred.

Licenses/Certificates: Currently licensed as a registered nurse by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Current ACLS & BLS certifications are required.

Special Skill: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team and maintain composure under pressure.

Physical Requirements: Maintain physical tolerance (stand/walk/work on your feet for 8-12 hours at a time with minimal breaks).

Reports To: Perioperative Services Supervisor

Positions reporting directly to this position: None.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our company values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply for job openings.