RN; Pre Operative Registered Nurse

Position: RN (Pre Operative) Registered Nurse

RN (Pre Operative) Registered Nurse at Yale New Haven Health summary:

The RN (Pre Operative) Registered Nurse assesses, plans, and delivers individualized patient care while supervising non-RN personnel and functioning as a charge nurse when required. This role involves administering chemotherapy, caring for oncology and hospice patients, and coordinating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The nurse also provides education, mentorship, and contributes to maintaining high standards of safety and service in the clinical setting.

Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients.

Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

• 1. Assesses The Patient?
  
  S Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
• 2. Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
• 3. Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
• 4. Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?
  
  S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
• 5. Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
• 6. Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
• 7. Functions As A Charge Nurse.
• 8. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 9. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
• 10. Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Care Of The Chemotherapy Patient According To Policy And Procedure.
• 11. Demonstrates Ability To Access Port-A-Caths And Initiating Iv Access.
• 12. Administers Chemotherapy According To Established Protocols.
• 13. Adheres To Safety Standards For Chemotherapy Administration.
• 14. Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of Hospice Patients And Their Families.

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing;
Bsn Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients.
EXPERIENCE
Medical, Surgical, Oncology And Chemotherapy Preferred
LICENSURE
Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License
SPECIAL SKILLS
Bls Certification Required
YNHHS

Requisition

Keywords:

registered nurse, pre operative nursing, chemotherapy administration, oncology nursing, patient care, nursing supervision, hospice care, charge nurse, care plan development, clinical coordination