RN Pre Op PACU FT

USPI•Gilbert, AZ

16d

About The Position

Mountain View Surgery Center at Gilbert is hiring a Registered Nurse PreOp/PACU and will train for the OR. Mountain View Surgery Center at Gilbert i is a fast paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director and Clinical Manager, this position provides nursing care to ensure the safety of the patient during their procedure in the surgical suite or procedure room. This position also accompanies and monitors the patient as he or she transfers from PreOP to OR to PACU.

Responsibilities

Direct and assist in carrying out safe aseptic techniques and procedures
Supervise and directs the activities of surgical technician and supporting personnel as necessary
Perform assessments of patients for specific nursing care needs
Checks room for needed supplies and prepares room for specific patient and procedure
Assist in transporting patients to operating room/procedure room and checks patient record for appropriate pre-op preparation and procedures (i.e. lab, x-ray, appropriate permits)
Performs clean up following procedures, as well as general housekeeping duties
Sets up operating room/procedure room with all necessary equipment an supplies
Participates in on-going committees and other educational programs to enhance patient care
Reviews physicians’ preference cards and updates as needed
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts and documentation of same as applicable.
Ability to maintain sterile field throughout the surgical procedure
General familiarity of medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room
Strong communication skills and ability to promote departmental relationships to ensure continuity of care
Ability to handle instruments correctly and checks for cleanliness and proper working condition
Capability to function efficiently as a member of surgical/procedural team