Job Description
Job Description
PRE-OP NURSE JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
The Pre-Op LVN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and coordinating patient care from admission to discharge in the pre-operative setting. The LVN is responsible for the achievement of patient outcomes through adherence to recognized nursing standards.
Working Relationships
This position is key within out organization and requires the following personal characteristics :
- Honesty
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Cooperative attitude
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to interface well with supervisors, other staff, administrator, doctors and especially patients.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities :
Work with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care to the patient, throughout their surgical / procedural experiencePrimary role will be to contact patients ahead of time to go over health information, confirm appointment times along with other important information regarding their upcoming appointmentThis jobs primary role requires you to be in phone calls for most of your shiftMaintain confidentiality of all facility and patient information as required by facility policyMaintain a friendly, positive and caring attitude with all patients, physicians and staffAssist in patient education during all phases of their experience at the centerAssure that equipment functioning properlyMonitor use of supplies used in post op and assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies / time usedFollow physician’s orders and document appropriately the care that is given to the patientContinue education to meet state requirements and keep current with healthcareAttend and participate in all applicable surgery center staff meetings, training and development workshops scheduled by the facilityDisplay professionalism at work and in the community as a representative of the centerIdentify actual and potential risk to patients and others. Take action to minimize or eliminate risk and maximize safetyDemonstrate understanding and ability to perform patient care activities by applying knowledge of nursing practice standards in assessing, planning, intervening and evaluating patient using appropriate methods and techniquesMakes and completes substantial and reasonable goals as determined in performance reviewsFollows directions and completes assignments from superiorsCompletes duties and clocks out in a timely mannerSpecific Job Duties
Prepare for arrival of patients to the surgery center by making sure that proper supplies and equipment are available. Review patient medical record for health history and to assure that the necessary pre-operative evaluations have been completed. Ensure consent for surgery has been obtained and signed by patient and witness signature. Surgical site must be verified.Primary role will be to contact patients ahead of time to go over health information, confirm appointment times along with other important information regarding their upcoming appointmentAdmit and prepare patients for surgery at the center. Assist patient with removing clothing if necessary and put on gown, shoe covers and bonnet. Lock personal items and valuables in patient locker. Place electrodes on chest.Obtain patient pre-operative vital signs and notify MD of abnormal findingsRecord allergies and reaction in chart if applicableCollect data regarding patient’s NPO status and inform MD in the event of patient non-complianceProviding ongoing information to the patient and their caregiver to assure that they understand and feel as comfortable as possible. Verify that patient has arranged for transportation home post-operativelyAppropriately document care that is given to the patientHave knowledge of patient equipment to include, but not limited to vital signs monitors, glucose monitors, surgical beds, gurneys and emergency equipmentCommunicate with other health car team members to assure continuity of care in the centerAssist in ordering supplies for the pre-op areaAssist in restocking room supplies at the end of the shift of during shift if the need arisesPerform other duties as requested and participate as a team memberDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at anytime at the discretion of the management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.
Qualifications
Current LVN license in the State of CaliforniaBLS certificationPreferred accomplishments include experience in outpatient surgeryPossess strong organizational skills and a clear understanding of the importance of efficiency and cost effectiveness in an outpatient surgery centerKnowledge and clinical skill to perform the job duties of a pre-operative nurseAbility to handle emergencies is requiredMust have an aptitude for understanding, use of and troubleshooting machines and equipmentAbility to make quick assessments of patients and be able to handle emergency situations
Company Description
Privately owned Outpatient Surgery Center
Company Description
Privately owned Outpatient Surgery Center