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Pre-OP Registered Nurse

USPI

#Registered Nurse #Patient Assessment #Medical Records #BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Infection Control #Ambulatory Surgery Center #Surgical Nursing

Quick overview

The Pre-OP Registered Nurse is responsible for preparing patients for surgery through medical history assessments, physical exams, and patient education. They collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety, administer pre-operative medications, and maintain a sterile environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold an active Texas RN license and have at least 2 years of experience in a PreOp or surgical nursing role. BLS and ACLS certifications are required, and experience in an ambulatory surgery center is preferred.

professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient MonitoringPatient EducationInfection ControlSterile TechniqueClinical CollaborationMedical DocumentationPreoperative AssessmentPhysical ExaminationIV Insertion

Job description

TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a safe and efficient environment. Located in Houston, Texas, our hospital offers a wide range of outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures. Our highly skilled medical staff, including nurses and specialists, work together to ensure that each patient receives the best care possible from pre-operative assessment to post-operative recovery.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate PreOp Registered Nurse, per-diem (PRN), to join our team at TOPS Specialty Surgical Hospital. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing patients for surgery by assessing their medical history, performing physical examinations, providing education, and ensuring they are ready for the surgical procedure.

Roles and Responsibilities

Perform pre-operative assessments and evaluations, including reviewing patient medical history and lab results.
Educate patients on the surgical process, including pre-op instructions and what to expect before, during, and after surgery.
Prepare patients physically for surgery, including starting IV lines, ensuring proper documentation, and administering pre-operative medications as necessary.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other surgical team members to ensure the safety and preparedness of the patient.
Monitor patient vitals and handle any issues related to patient care, addressing concerns as needed.
Ensure all patient information is accurately documented in the medical records.
Maintain a sterile environment, ensuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are prepared and ready.
Ensure patient comfort and provide emotional support during preoperative procedures.
Adhere to safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory guidelines.

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.