The Pre-op/PACU RN is responsible for the delivery of optimum quality care to patient while in Pre-op, PACU and Phase ll of the Surgery Center. This is a part time position working 4 days a week (no holidays/weekends).

Two Twelve Surgery Center is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health).

Essential Functions:

• Assesses physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural, educational and developmental dimensions of the patient from pre-op phone call (Passport) through the patient discharge, and provides written documentation of these findings.
• Assesses and documents patient condition and responses to nursing and/or medical interventions and communicates the information to the appropriate person.
• Assesses patient needs based on pre-op phone call information, scheduled surgical procedure, and physician preferences.
• Assesses supply and equipment needs for pain management procedure, patient needs, and physician preferences.
• Responsible for completing pre-operative Passport, H&P, and providing appropriate admission requirements/instructions.
• Responsible for completing post-operative phone calls. Providing care and direction as appropriate.
• Develops an individualized plan of care based on nursing assessment, medical diagnosis, knowledge of specific illnesses, injuries, diseases, surgical procedures and appropriate standards of care.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and departments to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the perioperative experience.
• Plans and utilizes resources efficiently to complete the daily schedule in a timely manner while providing safe and individualized patient care.
• Provides care and supplies based on individualized plan of care, identified needs and in a timely, efficient and safe manner. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of special needs for various age groups including child, adolescent, adult and geriatric when providing recourses for the perioperative experience.
• Functions within the limits of the MN Nurse Practice Act, State and Federal Laws, the ASC, Pre-op/PACU Department philosophies, policies and procedures and standards of care. Labels and administers medications and solutions as ordered. Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions.
• Functions effectively in emergency situations and when under stress.
• Monitors patients utilizing sound nursing judgment, and competent knowledge of equipment based on policies and procedures from patient admission to discharge.
• Provides emotional support and comfort for patients/family members, informs family of patient status, and provides patient and family education.
• 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 personnel concerns.
• Reassess, evaluates and revises the implementation of the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Responds appropriately to changes in the patient’s condition and/or behavior.
• Chart completion with utilization of approved abbreviations per policy.
• Complete, accurate, legible and timely documentation of all patient care delivered at the Surgery Center as indicated per policy.
• Accountable to reporting occurrences through the center’s established occurrence 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.
• Actively participates in Quality projects, as applicable. Identifies issues & assists in collection of data for Quality purposes. Contributes ideas for improvement.
• Contributes personally to the “team oriented” environment by demonstrating cooperative, constructive, problem-solving interaction with all Surgery Center employees.
• Participates in department/team meetings.
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of registered nursing.
• Current licensure as a RN in the State of MN or WI multi-state required.
• One year of nursing experience. PACU or other critical care nursing experience in the last 3-5 years preferred.
• Current member American Society of Post Anesthesia Nurses recommended.
• Special Skills: Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Current CPR/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.)
• 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, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
• Converse 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:

• Normal surgery center setting

Notes:

• Twin Cities Orthopedics partners with a management services company, Revo Health, along with other healthcare groups to deliver exceptional patient care. This position will be employed through Revo Health, working closely with Twin Cities Orthopedics.

• The knowledge, skills, abilities & traits (KSATs) listed on this job description are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed KSATs to perform the essential functions and requirements of the job, is acceptable.
• Revo Health is an Equal Employment/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 job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential job functions are subject to modification.