The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the delivery of optimum quality care to patients while in Pre-Op, PACU, Phase ll and procedure room of the Surgery Center for GI/Endoscopy.

This is a part-time (0.9) position working 2 8-hour shifts and 2 10-hour shifts M-F, with one rotating day off a week. This role will be based out of our Edina Specialty Surgery Center.

Revo Health is a professional services company that partners with multiple healthcare groups to deliver exceptional patient care. This position will be employed through Revo Health, working closely with Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) and its operating divisions. We offer a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.

• Assesses holistic needs of the patient from pre-op phone call through the patient discharge, and provides written documentation and communicates findings to appropriate person.
• Responsible for reviewing pre-admission screening and H&P (History and Physical) for admission within the guidelines of medical selection criteria.
• Assesses patient needs, supplies and equipment required for admission and recovery
• Responsible for completing post-operative phone calls and providing patient triage as appropriate.
• Provides support, comfort, education and status updates to patient and/or family members
• Develops and provides individualized care based on nursing assessment in accordance with the pre and post operative plan of care. Reassess and revise as needed.
• Labels and administers medications as ordered and applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions.
• Ability to appropriately respond to emergency situations.
• Monitors patients utilizing sound nursing judgment, and maintain competent knowledge of equipment based on policies and procedures from patient admission to discharge.
• Assists with procedures (i.e. pain management, blocks, conscience sedation.)
• Follows proper channel of communication and informs department managers of unit activity, patient condition and concerns.
• Complete, accurate, legible and timely documentation of all patient care as indicated per policy.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and departments to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the perioperative experience.
• Functions within the limits of the MN Nurse Practice Act, State and Federal Laws, the ASC, Pre-op/PACU Department policies and procedures and standards of care.
• Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
• Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
• Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
• Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure as a RN in the State of MN or WI multi-state required.
• One year of nursing experience in PACU or other critical care nursing experience in the last 5 years preferred.
• GI/Endoscopy experience required.
• Current member American Society of Post Anesthesia Nurses preferred.
• Current BLS/ACLS/PALS certification required or completed upon hire.

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Work in the surgery center during business hours
• Travel independently throughout the surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Understand and execute a variety of instructions
• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations - Revo Health's Core Values:

• Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
• Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
• Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations
• Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness
• Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:

• Surgery center setting

Notes:

• Revo Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
• This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.