PRE-OP/PACU - PRE ADMISSIONS TESTING RN

Mountain View Hospital Idaho Falls, ID 83404, US

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Job Details

Job Location: Hospital Main Campus - Idaho Falls, ID

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Accredited Nursing Program

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Pre Admission Testing RN to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pre-Admission testing nurse will interview patients prior to surgery to obtain a thorough and comprehensive medical history from them, assist with preop labs and tests, give pre-op instructions, initiate pre-op teaching and clarify the patient’s understanding of the procedure, intended anesthetic approach, expected outcomes and personal responsibilities. They must work in concert with the Scheduling Clerk for optimum utilization of the O.R. schedule, suites, personnel and equipment. They must be alert for potential problems encountered during the interview and handle them appropriately. They will at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with patients, colleagues, and supervisors.

BENEFITS:

Taking care of our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement Program
Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Idaho. Current BLS required.

Experience: Background in medical/surgical nursing required.

Equipment/Technology: Computer experience required.

Language/Communication: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Good phone skills.

Mathematical Skills: General high school math.

Mental Capabilities: Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.

Interpersonal: See under job description.

Performance: Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.

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