Registered Nurse, Pre-op Surgery

Overview

Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Position Summary

Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

• Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
• Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
• Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Patient Populations Served:
Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Exposure:
Regular occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required;
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

License /

Certifications:

Current RN license in state of practice; BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred.