Registered Nurse-Hourly

Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total patient care process

Using two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure performed

Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the pre-op, intra and recovery room / PACU area according to requirements

of patient, physician orders, and patient procedure

Provides comfort and reassurance to patient

Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur

Maintains patient's privacy and dignity

Utilize the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care, in the immediate post-anesthesia period

Administers medication(s) per order of physician

Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction

Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care

Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during pre-op , intra and post-anesthesia period

Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician

Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and

procedures

Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia

Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge

Reviews post-procedure instructions including medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with

patient and responsible adult

Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications

for seeking emergent care

Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management

Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively

Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)

Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time

Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and

cleanliness of patient care areas.

Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Proficient computer / EMR skills

Proficient IV skills.

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