• Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total patient care process • Using two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure performed • Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the pre-op, intra and recovery room/PACU area according to requirements of patient, physician orders, and patient procedure • Provides comfort and reassurance to patient • Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur • Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity • Utilize the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care, in the immediate post-anesthesia period • Administers medication(s) per order of physician • Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction • Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care • Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during pre-op , intra and post-anesthesia period • Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician • Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures • Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia • Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge • Reviews post-procedure instructions including medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult • Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care • Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management • Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively • Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary) • Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time • Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and cleanliness of patient care areas. • Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements • Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Proficient computer/EMR skills
Proficient IV skills.
