Registered Nurse - PRN

Job description

JOB TITLE : Registered Nurse POSITION SUMMARY: Provides direct care to adult patients. Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Assists with the maintenance of PRE-OP/ PACU equipment and inventory. Participates in performance improvement activities. Responsible for monitoring patient’s physiological status in the immediate pre/post-operative environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously, and as needed, about patient conditions. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: - Gives patient explanations and verbal reassurances consistently. - Demonstrates knowledge of perioperative factors that alter immediate postoperative phase. - Demonstrates ability to provide specific care to postoperative adult patients. - Carries out safety measures to prevent patient from harming him/herself or others. - Coordinates patient care; gives explanations and teaching to patient/family, as necessary. - Obtains, documents and assesses vital signs per protocol. - Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and fam...