Responsibilities:
Participates as a team member in support of the total perioperative process.
Performs thorough preoperative patient assessment required by the outpatient setting.
- Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient upon admission according to Facility policy.
- Develops a plan for patient care based on assessment data; implements and documents preoperative care according to Facility policy.
- Informs patient and family about routine care and procedures related to the perioperative experience.
- Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and supports the patient’s right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative period.
Assesses and documents the patient’s physical and emotional status upon arrival in the postoperative area.
- Documents postoperative care during the patient’s recovery from anesthesia/sedation according to Facility policy.
- Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two year college and technical school; six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in postoperative or critical care area preferred.
- Current Illinois Registered Nurse License
- BLS
- ACLS (Within 3 months of employment)
- Previous ambulatory surgery experience is preferred.
- IV Skills preferred.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
- Medical-Surgical
- Perioperative Care
- Surgery
Physical setting:
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60654: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person