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PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN

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Description

Responsible for delivering safe, effective, and quality patient-family-centered care in perioperative services, including preoperative, recovery, and postoperative phases for all patient populations.

Primary Responsibilities:

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Assess patients at intervals as stated in policies and procedures.
Develop an individualized perioperative patient plan of care.
Implement the plan of care by
protecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources
performing interventions necessary to ensure that the patient’s procedure is performed on the correct site, side, and level
communicating the patient’s current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care
administering and recording medications safely and correctly per physician's order
performing interventions to maintain the patient’s wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels during preoperative and postoperative phases
performing interventions to maintain the status of the patient’s genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances at or above baseline levels
performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia after the immediate postoperative period
performing interventions to protect the patient from surgical site infection
assessing the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person
providing education regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional management, medication management, pain management, wound management, and expected responses to the operative or invasive procedure
involving the patient or designated support person actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative care plan and the rehabilitation process
protecting the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy
providing age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice; and
providing consistent and comparable care regardless of the setting.
Willing to float between preoperative, recovery, and postoperative phases to maintain a safe and efficient flow of patients
Evaluate the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes.
Transfer care as applicable.
Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act and job descriptions.
Document nursing care accurately, completely, and legibly.
Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as applicable.
Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects.
Participate in the performance appraisal process.
Use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.
Maintain required competencies.
Pursue professional growth and participate in a professional organization.
Act as a patient advocate and maintain the privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.

Requirements

Qualifications Required:

Associate’s degree in nursing
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Current nurse licensure in the appropriate state
Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft® Word)

Qualifications Preferred:

Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR) certification
Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Two years of perioperative services experience

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Physically demanding, high-stress environment
Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
Pushing and pulling heavy objects
Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patients
Manual and finger dexterity
Hand and eye coordination

Average salary estimate

$80000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN, Lake Havasu City

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of patients? Join our team as a PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN at our top-notch facility in Lake Havasu City, Arizona! In this pivotal role, you'll deliver safe, effective, and quality patient-family-centered care in the perioperative environment. Your responsibilities will span the entire patient journey—from preoperative assessment to postoperative recovery. This means you'll get to develop individualized care plans, implement crucial interventions to safeguard our patients, and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals. Sounds challenging, right? But don’t worry, you won’t be alone. You’ll collaborate with a fantastic team just as committed as you are to providing exceptional care. You are encouraged not only to support our patients but also to advocate for their rights, dignity, and privacy throughout their care experience. Add to this the opportunity to engage in continuous professional growth, and you’ve got a role that’s not just a job, but a stepping-stone in your nursing career. If you're a passionate nursing professional with a desire for challenges, we can't wait to welcome you to our dynamic team!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN Role at Lake Havasu City

What are the primary responsibilities of the PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN at our Lake Havasu City facility?

As a PRN/Per Diem Perioperative Services RN in Lake Havasu City, your primary responsibilities will include delivering safe and quality care throughout all perioperative phases, including preoperative assessment, recovery, and post-operative care. You’ll engage with various patient populations, promote the organization’s mission, and implement individualized care plans, all while ensuring effective communication with your team and patients.