Job SummaryThis position is accountable for the direct care to the patient pre-operatively. Participates in performance improvement activities.Reasonable Accommodation StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.Minimum Education and Work ExperienceCompletion of an accredited registered nursing program.Certified Perianesthesia Nurse certification (CPAN) preferred.Two years of acute care experience preferred.Required SkillsAbility to maintain collaborative working relationships to ensure a positive and productive work environment.Ability to plan and prioritize work with frequent interruptions.Ability to provide exceptional customer service.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Knowledge and proficiency of hospital information technology applications.Knowledge of anesthetic agents, drugs and medications, the nursing care required, and treatment of possible side effectsRequired Licenses/CertificationsCurrent California Registered Nursing License.ACLS and BLS CertificateMinimum Standards Time & Attendance (see FSH Time & Attendance Policy) Professional Appearance (see FSH Dress Policy)Staff meetings (90%)Annual RequirementsMock Code Blue (min. 2 per year if applicable)PPD/TB ScreenAnnual CompetenciesFlu VaccineLicense/CertificationsCompliance TrainingEssential FunctionsAssures the needs of patients and families are recognized and addressed through coordination with other team members within the health care system and community.Completes all necessary documentation.Coordinates nursing care requirements with the OR and anesthesia departments to ensure the continuity of patient care.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served. Able to interpret data about the patients status in order to identify each patients age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.Keeps current with developments related to Pre-op nursing care; maintains and upgrades knowledge and skills.Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses and assessment of changes.Maintains an awareness of OR schedule in order to ensure patient flow.Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and his/her clinical condition. Prepares patient physically, mentally and emotionally for surgical procedure.Prepares, hangs, monitors and discontinues IV fluids.Reports changes in patient arrival time to surgeon.Other duties as assignedPhysical DemandsColor Vision- (ability to identify and distinguish colors)Depth Perception- (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)Peripheral Vision- (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)Lift up to 10 pounds- 2/3 and more of timeLift up to 25 pounds- 2/3 and more of timeLift up to 50 pounds- up to 1/3 of timeLift more than 100 pounds- up to 1/3 of time with assistancePush/Pull- 1/3 to 1/2 of timeReach with hands and arms- 1/3 to 1/2 of timeSit- up to 1/3 of timeStand- 2/3 and more of timeStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl- up to 1/3 of timeTalk or hear- 2/3 and more of timeUse hands to finger, handle or feel- 1/3 to 1/2 of timeWalk- 2/3 and more of timeWork EnvironmentBody fluid exposure- YesFine Dexterity- Both (5-6 hours)Grasping: simple/light - Both (5-6 hours)Grasping: firm/heavy- Both (1-2 hours)Hearing- Ability to hear alarms on equipmentHearing- Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staffHearing- Ability to hear patient callRepetitive use of foot control- Both (1-2 hours)Repetitive use of hands- Both (5-6 hours)Risk of electrical shock- up to 1/3 of timeTypical noise level- Moderate Noise Position Urgency:Quick Start

Posted On: Tuesday, November 9, 2021
Compensation: $80.02