RN - Perioperative

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OrthoArkansas' core values

KINDNESS

People are happier after interactions with you because you are kind and pleasant.

INTEGRITY

Always doing the right thing, especially when no one is looking.

CONSCIENTIOUSNESS

Strive for excellence in all that you do, paying special attention to the details that make a difference in patient care and teamwork.

KNOWLEDGE

Be a lifelong learner.

General Description of Position: The Perioperative Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout the surgical experience, from admission to discharge, within the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role involves assessing patient status, administering care, monitoring progress, and effectively communicating with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General Responsibilities:

• Efficiently organize and manage surgery center resources.
• Delegate nursing tasks based on staff abilities and qualifications.
• Utilize medical equipment effectively and adhere to accepted standards of practice.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the surgery center.

Preoperative Area:

• Obtain and review patient records, conducting thorough preoperative assessments.
• Provide clear preoperative instructions, explain procedures, and obtain informed consent.
• Perform preoperative testing, promptly reporting any abnormal values.
• Transport patients to the operating room, ensuring their comfort and privacy.

Procedure Room:

• Prepare the procedure room according to patient and procedure requirements.
• Assess patient status, assist with positioning, and support anesthesia administration.
• Perform duties as a circulating, scrub, or conscious sedation nurse.
• Assist in site identification and confirm the time-out procedure.

Recovery:

• Document post-anesthesia care and continuously monitor patients during recovery.
• Provide nursing care and promptly inform the surgical team of any complications.
• Conduct thorough postoperative assessments and prepare patients for discharge.
• Review postoperative instructions with patients and their families.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) preferred.
  • 12 to 18 months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) License.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR).
• Software Skills Required:
  • Basic proficiency in alphanumeric data entry, word processing, and typing.

Additional Information:

• Performance Expectations: Maintain high standards of patient care with a focus on safety, efficiency, and patient comfort.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for further education and certification to enhance clinical skills and knowledge, including attendance at relevant seminars and training sessions.

As a Perioperative RN, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and safe surgical experience for patients. Your expertise and dedication will significantly contribute to the overall quality of care in the Ambulatory Surgery Center.