Job ID: 24-03989

Registered Nurse - Pre-OP/PACU
Bethesda, MD
Pay From: $40 per hour

MUST:
Must have experience as a Registered Nurse - Pre-op/PACU
Registered Nurse with valid Maryland license
MUST have PACU Experience
Must have ACLS
Must have BLS
MUST have Pre-op Experience
Experience working in an Ambulatory Center is preferred

DUTIES:

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for the following:
Prepare for arrival of patients to the surgery center by ensuring that proper supplies and equipment are available.
Review the patient chart and health history to assure that the necessary pre-operative evaluations have been completed. Ensure that consent form has been signed.
Admit and prepare patients for surgery. Provide ongoing information to the patient and his caregiver to assure that they understand all procedures and feel as comfortable as possible.
Perform nursing assessment of patient, start IV and ordered medications.
Communicate with other health care team members to assure continuity of care.
Receive patient in the recovery room after surgery. Assess and evaluate the patient. Continuously monitor the patient during his recovery phase. Document the status of the patient and the care provided.
Incorporate a sense of wellness by allowing the patient's family to be reunited with him as soon as feasible and by encouraging self-care by the patient.
Provide discharge instructions to the patient and his caregiver, asking for confirmation of understanding.
Document charges for all supplies used during the pre-op and recovery phase.
Perform follow up patient assessment by calling the patient the day after surgery.
Remain prepared for emergency situations by knowing
correct emergency procedures, locations of emergency call
system and location of emergency supplies and equipment.
Ensure that Universal Precautions are maintained.
Complete all necessary documentation on Recovery Room nurses' record.
Assist with ordering drugs and supplies.
Wipe down gurneys and recliners between patients with a germicidal solution. Remake beds as needed.
Perform daily crash cart checks.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .