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SalaryESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer’s instruction for use
Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice
Assists with inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the admission area
Maintains order and cleanliness of PreOp/Admitting area
Actively participates as a team member in support of the total pre-anesthesia care process
Per Center Policy, uses two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure to be performed
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the pre-procedure area
Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
Utilizes the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care throughout the pre-procedure process
Administers medication(s) per order of physician
Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care
Evaluates patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during pre-anesthesia period
Using the nursing assessment, monitors, and reports any observed abnormalities to the other members of the
healthcare team
Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and
procedures
Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the planned procedure and type of anesthesia
Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation of the planned procedure
Reviews post-procedure instructions with patient and responsible adult
Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications
for seeking emergent care
Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
Assesses each patient for fall precautions and addresses per Center policy
Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)
Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and
cleanliness of pre-procedure area(s)
Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
Attends all required education
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Current state license to practice as a registered nurse
- Maintain basic cardiac life support certification and ACLS
- 2 years of experience as a registered nurse
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