Overview
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Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
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Responsibilities
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The pre and post operative care RN is accountable directly to the OR Charge Nurse and the Director of Surgical Services, and indirectly to the House Supervisor. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for all patients within the pre and post operative care scope of services. The Registered Nurse also coordinates the post-operative care of the patient with the surgeon and anesthesiologist, directs and guides other personnel while maintaining standards of care in the unit. He/She communicates with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology. Works with other departments and co-workers to provide quality patient care across the continuum, efficient patient flow and unit maintenance and organization. Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards and hospital or unit policies and procedures. Responsible for participation in Performance Improvement activities, unit meetings and in-services. Acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate.
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Qualifications
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
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1. Current and valid state RN License.
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2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
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3. Current ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
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4. Current PALS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
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5. Minimum of one year previous Perioperative experience or on the job training
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6. Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) Certification (AORN) preferred
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7. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.