Registered Nurse II | PRE Anesthesia

Work Status Details

REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks

Shift: Varied
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly

Location:

Yuma Medical Center

Min = $39.93
Mid = $51.91
Max = $63.89

The Pre-Operative Nurse is a key member of the healthcare team, responsible for preparing patients for surgery. This role involves a thorough approach to patient care, including conducting preoperative assessments, educating patients about the surgical process, and addressing any concerns to ensure a seamless transition into surgery. The Pre-Operative Nurse collaborates with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure patients are fully optimized prior to their procedures.

By providing meticulous attention to detail and compassionate patient interactions, the Pre-Operative Nurse enhances the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the surgical process, contributing to a safe and supportive environment for patients.

• Evaluates patients' medical history, allergies, and current medications to ensure safe surgical outcomes.
• Prepares patients for surgery by explaining procedures, answering questions, and offering emotional support.
• Performs physical assessments, including taking vital signs and body measurements, to establish baseline data for assessing surgical risk.
• Administers preoperative medications as prescribed by the anesthesiologist or surgeon, ensuring correct dosage and that patients understand the effects.
• Collaborates with surgical teams to verify procedure details, identify special equipment or materials needed, and address patient-specific concerns.
• Ensures all preoperative documentation is complete, accurate, and properly filed in the patient's medical record for legal and medical reference.
• Maintains the preoperative area to ensure it is clean, organized, and well-stocked, complying with health regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
• ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)
• PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)
• REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

• ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE

Required: 1+ years related experience

Preferred: Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Record or similar electronic record systems.

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