Registered NURSE - Iru​/Procedural Care; Part-Time

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre/Post Procedural Unit is responsible for prepping, recovering, and providing patient care in a multi-procedural setting. This role includes preparing patients for their procedures, monitoring them throughout their recovery, and ensuring a safe transition to discharge or further care. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care, utilizing clinical knowledge to support complex procedural patients in a fast-paced environment.

Patient Assessment, Monitoring, and Care Planning:

• Perform comprehensive initial and ongoing assessments of patients post-procedure, monitoring vital signs, level of consciousness, pain levels, and overall recovery progress.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, implementing interventions as needed, and elevate care to the appropriate medical providers when necessary.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on the physical, emotional, and psychological needs of the patient in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Post-Procedural Care and Treatment Administration:

• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures, including IV medications, pain management, and sedation reversal as appropriate.
• Provide wound care and ensure all surgical sites are properly monitored for signs of infection or complications.
• Continuously monitor patients responses to treatments and adjust care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.

Patient Education and Support:

• Educate patients and families on post-procedural care, medications, activity restrictions, and follow-up appointments.
• Provide compassionate support and clear instructions to ease patient and family anxiety, promoting a smooth recovery process.
• Offer resources and guidance for managing health and recovery post-discharge.

Collaboration and Coordination of Care:

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other members of the healthcare team to create and implement patient care plans.
• Assist in coordinating patient transfers to other units or facilitate discharge planning as necessary, ensuring continuity of care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment adjustments.
• Must be available when needed for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, medication administration, and updates