Job Description
***MUST HAVE PRE-OP IN ORTHO AND SPINE!***
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The Licensed Vocational/PracticalNurse PreOp/PACU is qualified to perform patient care in the Pre-operative period and the Post-anesthesia recovery period. Administers direct and indirect care to per-operative and/or post-operative patients based on standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures set for the facility. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesia personnel continuously and as needed about patient conditions. He / she ensures the highest quality and safe delivery of patient care while maintaining compliance with professional nursing, AAAHC, and all Federal and State standards of care.The LVN/LPNactively supports and promotes the Center’s Philosophy and Mission Statement. The LVN/LPNis under the direction of the Administrator-and/or RN of the unit they are working.
Requirements
• Must be currently registered with the States(TX/FL/CA)of Vocational Nursing and be certified to startIV’s and administer medications
• Current BLS Certification and ACLS preferred
• Previous experience as an LVN/LPNin an acute general hospital/ASCis desirable
• Must present a professional demeanor. Must have good interpersonal skills
• Must maintain a calm and reasonable attitude during crisis and conflict
• Must demonstrate initiative and good judgment.
• Must respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations
• Must be able to set and revise priorities based on changes in the situation
• Furthers his/her education by attending in-service classes, staff meetings, continuing education classes and reading of current professional material
Benefits
Full Benefits Package is offered- Health Insurance, PTO, ETC.