Position SummaryPre-op duties include preparing a patient both physically and mentally before an endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy procedure, including taking medical history, verifying consent, administering pre-medication, point of care testing, providing instructions on bowel preparation if necessary, IV placement and monitoring the patient's vital signs prior to the procedure. The ideal candidate will also provide high-quality care to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort during the critical recovery period. Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Essential Duties, Tasks And Responsibilities
- * Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer’s instruction for use
- Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice
- Assists with inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the admission area
- Maintains order and cleanliness of PreOp/Admitting area
- Actively participates as a team member in support of the total pre-anesthesia care process
- Per Center Policy, uses two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure to be performed
- Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the pre-procedure area
- Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
- Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
- Utilizes the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care throughout the pre-procedure process
- 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
- Evaluates patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during pre-anesthesia period
- Using the nursing assessment, monitors, and reports any observed abnormalities to the other members of the
healthcare team
- 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 planned procedure and type of anesthesia
- Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation of the planned procedure
- Reviews post-procedure instructions 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
- Assesses each patient for fall precautions and addresses per Center policy
- 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 pre-procedure area(s)
- Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
- Attends all required education
- Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Position Qualifications
- * Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than a year of experience.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- MD State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) Required.
- Required BLS/ACLS
- Good IV skills needed.
- Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Preferred)
- Demonstrates basic computer skills (for an EMR).
EOE Statement: AMSURG is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age (40 or older), race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.We strive to also provide a disability inclusive application and interview process. If you are a candidate with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in order to submit an application, please contact us at: careers@amsurg.com. Please include your full name, the role you’re applying for and the accommodation necessary to assist you with the recruiting process.
