Job Description
Job Description
POSITION TYPE : Registered Nurse (RN)
SPECIALTY UNIT : Pre-Operative – Pre-Op
LOCATION : Las Cruces, NM
SHIFT : Days
JOB TYPE : Full-Time Permanent
Job Description :
We are in search of a great Preoperative Registered Nurse to perform thorough preoperative patient assessment required in the outpatient setting. Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative / post- anesthesia period. Surveils patients and administers physician's orders during both the preoperative and postoperative stages.
Responsibilities :
The Preoperative Nurse will be responsible for planning, executing and evaluating the nursing care rendered preoperatively.
- Prepare your patient's care area adequately before each case.
- Ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies for your patient's procedure.
- Conduct a complete physical and psychological assessment while evaluating your patient's history and diagnostic tests.
- Review your patient's charts prior to surgery.
- Administer pre-operative medications and intravenous therapy as prescribed.
- Monitor your patients until transfer to the OR.
Job Benefits :
Competitive salaryDirect Deposit401KComprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefitsEmployee discount programExcellent room for growth and advancementRequirements :
Minimum of 1 year of recent experience as an RN in a clinical setting.Active RN license within the State of practice.Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing – ASN.Current BCLS / ACLS certification (no online certifications).2 years of experience in a PACU or ICU setting.Ambulatory surgery center experience – Preferred.Gastro experience – Preferred.Ideal candidate should be flexible and able to jump in where needed.Will float to Prep OP – PACU – Post Op.Spanish speaking PREFERRED.