Registered Nurse

Overview

Registered Nurse - Pre-op / Pacu – Washington DC – Pay From $52 per hour

• Experienced Registered Nurse
• 3 plus years of experience
• Experience working in a surgery center
• Working with GI, Orthopedic, Spine cases, Sports medicine
• Certifications valid Registered Nurse License in District of Columbia
• Valid BLS
• ACLS & PALS
• Pre-op / Pacu experience
• Must possess sound judgment, good communication and business acumen skills

• The Registered Nurse pre-op/pacu 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.
• Provide discharge instructions to the patient and his caregiver, asking for confirmation of understanding.
• 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.
• Complete all necessary documentation on Recovery Room nurses' record.
• Assist with ordering drugs and supplies.
• Provide patient education during all phases of the patient''s experience at the Center.
• Ensure that the proper supplies and equipment are available in the PACU.
• Ensure that equipment is functioning properly.
• Charge for all supplies used in PACU. Assist with inventory control by proper count of supplies/time.

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.