Registered Nurse Prep Pacu Ambulatory

Overview

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

RN Prep/PACU This position will work full time at 36 hours per week. Come work where we specialize in you! We have nearly 2,000 reasons for you to consider a career with Prevea Health—they're our employees. We’re an organization that values kindness, responsibility, inclusivity, wellness and inspiration. At Prevea, we provide continuous education, training and support so every member of the team contributes to our success.

Together we are the best place to get care and the best place to give care.

• Job Summary At Prevea Health the Prep/PACU Nurse provides comprehensive care to surgical patients before and after their procedures, including assessing physical and emotional needs, administering medications, starting IVs, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients and families on post-operative care.
• This involves preparing patients for surgery and assisting them with the transition from anesthesia to an awake state in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), as well as preparing them for discharge.
• Monitor vital signs and patient responses to interventions, documenting and communicating findings to the appropriate team members.
• Perform patient teaching and post-operative follow-up to ensure understanding of procedures, recovery, and discharge instructions.
• Assess patient needs based on preadmission history, scheduled procedures, and physician preferences. Provide education and preparation to ensure patients are ready for surgery.
• Complete accurate, concise, and timely charting; relay special requests and pertinent information to the appropriate personnel to ensure coordinated care.
• Initiate IVs, verify operative consents, and perform order entry based on surgeon preference. Maintain and update physician order sets, smart phrases, and discharge instructions in EPIC.
• Conduct chart reviews and post-operative calls, with occasional pre-admission calls as needed, while managing all other patient communications to support safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
• Deliver high-quality patient care across pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure phases, ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to discharge criteria.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on nursing assessments, diagnoses, and established standards of practice.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of infection control practices and function effectively in emergency or high-stress situations.
• Maintain respect and professionalism in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues. Provide instruction and feedback to float personnel, students, and new employees.

• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited and approved Nursing program (Required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Preferred).
• Experience:
  
  1-3 years. Previous experience working...

Prevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer

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