Registered Nurse Pre-op/PACU

New Jersey Urology•Voorhees, NJ

1d•$55

About The Position

The Pre-Op/PACU RN is responsible for comprehensive nursing care of surgical patients before and after procedures, including assessment, preparation, monitoring, recovery, discharge readiness, and patient education. The RN ensures compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards while maintaining patient safety as the highest priority.

Requirements

Active and unrestricted New Jersey RN license
Minimum 2-4 years of experience in Pre-Op, PACU, Critical Care, or Emergency Nursing
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification
Knowledge of ambulatory surgery workflows and patient safety standards
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
Proficiency with electronic medical record documentation
Ability to multitask and adapt to a fast-paced surgical environment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
5+ years of experience

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments and review medical histories
Verify surgical consent, procedure, and site
Start IV lines and administer preoperative medications as ordered
Ensure completion of required documentation and checklist compliance
Educate patients and families regarding procedures and recovery expectations
Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and OR staff
Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia using appropriate standards of care
Assess airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological status, and pain levels
Administer medications and manage post-operative pain and nausea
Recovers patients per Recovery Phase I and II policy.
Demonstrates knowledge of anesthesia agents.
Interprets dysrhythmias, documents, and intervenes appropriately.
Keeps family/significant others informed of patient progress.
Recognize and respond promptly to complications or changes in condition
Document recovery progress and discharge criteria
Anticipates potential length of stay or discharge problems
Provide discharge instructions to patients and caregivers
Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
Interprets clinical data.
Acts as a patient advocate and uphold patient rights.
Documents medication use and controlled substance use.
Secures patient belongings on admission and throughout discharge.
Regularly attends staff meeting, orientations, and in-services.
Maintains confidentiality of all information in the medical record and assigned computer codes.
Maintains current knowledge of ambulatory post-anesthesia/peri-operative nursing practice.
Utilizes opportunities for professional growth by attending continuing education programs.
Maintains and ensures dress code and decorum.
Promotes good image of Center to patients, physicians, vendors and community.
Demonstrates professional behavior by being technically competent, skilled and responsive to the Center's customers in a compassionate, efficient and effective manner.
Demonstrates knowledge of surgical emergency preparedness, Malignant hypothermia. Cardiac Arrest, Latex Allergy.
Performs daily checks of code carts and other environment of care checklists
Works flexible hours assuming responsibility and accountability for providing patient care.
Completes pre-operative assessments and post-operative follow up calls and completes all documentations within the defined timeframe.