Registered Nurse - Preoperative Care

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in preoperative and perioperative patient care. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans for patients. Your contributions will help manage patient education, discharge planning, moderate sedation, and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to ensure positive patient outcomes and efficient department flow.\n\nAt our organization, every employee embodies our Vision, supports our Mission, and adheres to our Values : integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. These principles guide our daily efforts.\n\nAs a Preoperative Registered Nurse, you will : \n

• Continuously assess patients' physical and psychosocial conditions throughout their care journey.\n
• Develop and document tailored care plans that involve the patient, their families, and the healthcare team.\n
• Implement and coordinate these care plans in collaboration with our dedicated healthcare professionals.\n
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and make necessary adjustments based on patient responses and readiness for discharge.\n
• Plan and document educational needs assessments for patients and families; provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative teaching.\n
• Serve as a preceptor to new staff members, fostering a supportive learning environment.\n
• Organize unit schedules as Charge Nurse when required.\n
• Meet performance expectations regarding customer service, teamwork, and professional development.\n
• Perform pre-and post-operative assessments and manage immediate and post-discharge needs of patients following surgical procedures.\n
• Demonstrate adeptness in recognizing and addressing key concerns including pain management, dysrhythmias, and inadequate airway issues.\n
• Stay compliant with nursing standards and protocols in the ambulatory surgical setting.\n
• Be prepared to cross-train in other RN roles within the department.\n
• Show proficiency in moderate sedation practices.\n
• Participate in marketing and promotional activities representing our surgical services.\n\nQualifications : \n
• Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.\n
• Two years of experience in a critical care environment is preferred; experience in ambulatory surgery and PACU settings is highly regarded.\n
• Must hold a valid Connecticut Registered Nurse License.\n
• Preferred certifications include CAPA, CPAN, ACLS, BLS, and PALS.\n\nIf you want to be part of a team that is committed to compassionate and effective patient care, we encourage you to apply!\n\nLocation : Lawrence & Memorial Hospital.