Registered Nurse PreOp PACU (POOL) - Lexington Surgery Center
Company: Surgical Care Affiliates
Location: Lexington
Posted on: April 9, 2021
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Job Description:
Location: US-KY-Lexington# of Openings: 1Category: Per
DiemSystem ID: 14602OverviewSCA, a leader in the outpatient surgery
industry, strategically partners with health plans, medical groups
and health systems across the country to develop and optimize
surgical facilities. SCA operates more than 210 surgical
facilities, including ambulatory surgery centers and surgical
hospitals, in partnership with approximately 7,500 physicians. For
more information on SCA, visit www.scasurgery.com.Accountabilities
/ ResponsibilitiesWe are actively hiring for an Registered Nurse
(RN) PreOp PACU.Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA.
Assess patient's preoperative and postoperative status at intervals
according to facility or health care organization policies and
procedures to include the patient's cardiovascular system,
respiratory system and airway management needs, neurological
system, hemodynamic stability, pain and comfort needs, and mental
status. Interpret information accurately from various noninvasive
and invasive monitors. Describe the underlying pathophysiology of
commonly encountered disease processes. Describe the physiology
associated with various anesthesia techniques and surgical or
procedural interventions. Apply the relevant scoring
system/discharge criteria for patient transfer (e.g., Aldrete
Score, Modified Aldrete Score [i.e., PARSAP], Post Anesthesia
Discharge Scoring System [PADSS], White) score accurately as
defined by organizational policy. Develop an individualized
perianesthesia plan of care. Implement the plan of care including
the following interventions: Preparing for and managing patient
recovery from anesthesia - general. Preparing for and managing
patient recovery from anesthesia - monitored anesthesia care.
Preparing for and managing patient recovery from anesthesia -
regional. Preparing for and managing patient recovery from
anesthesia - local. Preparing for and protecting patient from
injury caused by positioning, thermal sources, and extraneous
objects. Communicating the patient's current status throughout the
perianesthesia continuum of care. Providing acute pain and comfort
management as needed. Administering medications safely and
correctly by using the 8-rights of safe medication administration.
Performing interventions to maintain the integrity of the patient's
wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels. Performing
interventions to maintain the status of the patient's
genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine,
respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems, and fluid,
electrolyte, and acid-base balances at or above baseline levels.
Performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to
normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative
period. Performing interventions to protect patient from infection.
Managing patient's other co-morbid conditions as applicable.
Managing patient's fluid as prescribed. Assessing knowledge level
of patient or designated support person and providing education
regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional
management, medication management, pain and comfort management,
wound management, and expected responses to the operative or
invasive procedure; Involving patient or designated support person
actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of
care and the rehabilitation process. Protecting patient's rights,
dignity, and privacy. Providing age-specific, culturally competent,
ethical care within legal standards of practice; and Providing
consistent and comparable care regardless of the setting. Evaluate
the patient's progress toward attaining outcomes. Transfer care as
needed. Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are
accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient's condition and
response to care. Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse
Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or
professional registration requirements, state laws, and job
descriptions. Document nursing care completely, accurately, and
legibly. Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as needed.
Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects.
Participate in the performance appraisal process. Use
problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective
work relationships with team members. Maintain required
competencies. Pursue professional growth. Act as a patient advocate
and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health
information. Comply with all facility policies and procedures when
providing patient care. Actively participate in team meetings,
trainings, and daily safety huddles. Demonstrate fiscal
responsibility. Perform all other duties as assigned.
QualificationsGraduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. One year
of OR and/or medical / surgical nursing experience preferred.
Current state licensure to practice within good standings.
Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac
Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation
of current BLS/BCLS certification. Successful completion of
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days
of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility
scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of
current PALS certification. Specialty certification in
Perioperative or perianesthesia Nursing is preferred.Working
Conditions/Physical Requirements: Physically demanding, high-stress
environment Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable
diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions Pushing and
pulling heavy objects Full range of body motion including handling
and lifting patients and equipment Manual and finger dexterity Hand
eye coordination Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs Corrected vision
and hearing to within normal range Working irregular hours As a
representative of Surgical Care Affiliates, all comments,
attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct impact on the
Facility's success. Interaction with patients, families,
physicians, referral sources, affiliated schools, visitors,
volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a
manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful,
cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an
atmosphere of teamwork, a culture of safety, and in accordance with
SCA Core Values. EEO StatementWe value Diversity, Inclusion, and
Belonging at Surgical Care Affiliates: SCA is an Equal Employment
Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin,
disability and genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace.
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning
employment. PI133324716
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