Pre OP RN

RN Pre OP PACU PRN

USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics is hiring a RN Pre OP PACU PRN. No Weekends! No Call! Paid Holidays! Plans, coordinates, and oversees care for patients of any age in the Pre‑Op department.

Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to other team members. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the manager, including serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits, and projects.

• Effectively organize time, equipment, supplies, and personnel.
• Use equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care.
• Confirm that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice.
• Assist in inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the Pre‑Operative area.
• Maintain order and cleanliness of the Pre‑Operative area.
• Perform thorough Pre‑Operative patient assessment required in the outpatient setting.
• Assist in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient prior to admission.
• Provide Pre‑Operative instruction and explanation of patient rights and responsibilities.
• Describe the perioperative experience to the patient/significant other, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure, and how the significant other will participate.
• Obtain pertinent patient records prior to patient’s arrival for Pre‑Operative testing.
• Perform all Pre‑Operative testing (e.g., laboratory work, electrocardiogram, x‑rays). Report all abnormal values to anesthesiologist/attending surgeon.
• Explain informed consent for surgery, patients’ rights/responsibilities, and Pre‑Operative/postoperative instructions; obtain necessary signatures.
• Inform patient about routine care and procedures related to the perioperative experience; discuss all findings with anesthesiologist prior to anesthesiologist’s Pre‑Operative evaluation of patient.
• Provide comfort and reassurance to the patient and support the patient’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Document Pre‑Operative care according to policy/procedure and ensure that the patient’s chart is complete on the day before surgery is scheduled.

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Currently licensed in the state; BLS and ACLS required.
• One year experience required in an intra‑operative setting.
• Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Life and AD&D coverage.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability availability.
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs.
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning.
• Paid holidays and vacation.

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