RN Full-time
OrthoNebraska

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre/Post (Full-Time)(36 hrs)

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!


Position Summary: The Pre/Post RN, is responsible for providing high-quality patient-centered care throughout the perioperative process in an orthopedic surgical center. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, monitoring them in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) and ensuring a smooth recovery process before discharge. The nurse will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and maintain safety standards.


Position details

Status

Full-Time

Shift

Days

FTE / Hours

0.9 / 36

Schedule

Mon - Fri:

Four (4) 9-Hour Shifts w/ 4-Week rotating schedule

Hours between 5:30am - 8:30pm

1 - 2 weeks of call per year


Position Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Licensure: Registered Nursing licensed in the State of Nebraska or eligible compact state required

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS) required or acquired within 90 days of hire or transfer date.

Experience: 1+ years perioperative, medical-surgical or PACU experience preferred.


Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Strong understanding of preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative nursing care
  • Knowledge of anesthesia recovery protocols, pain management techniques, and potential complications
  • Ability to assess patient condition quickly and respond to emergencies appropriately
  • Excellent communication skills to educate patients and their families about surgical procedures and post-op care
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation of patient assessments and interventions
  • Ability to multitask, manage time, and adapt in a fast-paced surgical environment

Essential Job Functions

  • Pre-Op
  • Conduct perioperative assessments, including medical history, allergies, and medication reconciliation
  • Prepare patients for surgery by starting IV's, administering prescribed preoperative medication, and ensuring informed consent
  • Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure proper patient preparation
  • Assist anesthesia team with nerve blocks and spinal anesthetic if appropriate
  • PACU
  • Monitor patients' vital signs, respiratory status, and level of consciousness during post-anesthesia recovery
  • Manage pain, nausea and other post-surgical symptoms using prescribed interventions and protocols
  • Identify and respond to adverse reactions or complications, escalating care when necessary
  • Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients recovering from anesthesia
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments and interventions
  • Post Op
  • Evaluate patients for readiness to transition to discharge
  • Provide thorough discharge instructions, including pain management, wound care, and activity restrictions
  • Educate patients and their caregivers on signs of complications and when to seek medical attention
  • Ensure patient's leave with appropriate prescriptions, medical equipment, and follow up appointments.
  • Maintains a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, interactions across departments to achieve the organizations mission of providing efficient, high-quality patient centered care
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age /weight of the patients served
  • Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission
  • Adheres to HIPPA regulations and maintains patient confidentiality
  • Follow established guidelines as stated in hospital and departmental policies and procedures
  • Responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements: This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.


Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.

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