Job description

Hyde Park Surgery Center is a strong and established outpatient surgery center located in the heart of Austin, Texas. We have 3 operating rooms and specialize in orthopedics, pain, ENT and spine.

If you thrive in a fast paced working environment with an energetic team then this is the place for you.

Hyde Park Surgery Center is a mission-driven organization that strives to be the finest surgical care provider in the Austin-area. We achieve this vision by treating each patient and their family as if they were our own. Each patient, each family, each and every time.

We are looking for caring, hard-working and enthusiastic self-starter to join our dynamic team of healthcare professionals! We are seeking an experienced Pre-Op/ PACU RN to join our clinical team on a Full-Time or Part-Time shift status. We offer a variety of rewarding and challenging career opportunities with competitive salaries, great benefits and professional development opportunities.

Job Description:

Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for all age patients. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to physicians, patients, family members, and personnel in other departments as well as team members. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the Clinical Manage, which include, but are not limited to, serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits and projects.

The Pre-Op/PACU RN has the responsibility to plan, direct organize, coordinate and implement all nursing care services for the pre-op and post surgical patients in a manner consistent with our mission statement. Nurses work within both pre-op holding and PACU (post-anesthesia care unit), where patients are cared for and monitored as they recover from the effects of anesthesia. The nurses responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to and following surgery. This care includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anesthesia. Additionally they are responsible for:

• Admits, transfers, and discharge of patients.
• Completes ongoing patient assessment and documents according to policy.
• Participates in the development of patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations and interventions.
• Reports symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Assesses, collaborates and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates proficient IV setting skills.
• Follows age specific standards in administering medications.
• Follows age specific standards of care during altered states of consciousness related to analgesia, conscious sedation or anesthesia
• Must be able to multi-task and work in fast pace setting.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Minimum of 2 year experience in Pre-Op and PACU/ Critical Care setting
• Current Texas License as a Registered Nurse
• Current in BLS, ACLS and PALS required
• Possess the ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues
• Knowledgeable of policies and procedures specific to pre-operative and PACU (post anesthesia care unit)
• Clinically proficient in pre-op/ PACU nursing skills, demonstrating knowledge of the development needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient'

'Work Location: One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Perioperative Care

Physical setting:

• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)
• Acute Care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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