Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU, Full-Time / Travel/Float *$3,500 sign on bonus* - Preoperative
Company: Surgical Care Affiliates, LLC
Location: Arlington
Posted on: August 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU, Full-Time / Travel/Float
*$3,500 sign on bonus*Overview Are you an experienced PreOp PACU
Registered Nurse who is interested in working at multiple surgery
centers and working with a wide range of Surgeons? Do you enjoy
delivering exceptional care to your patients? Surgical Care
Affiliates is looking for an experienced PreOp PACU Registered
Nurse who will join our team and travel to several different
centers in the Dallas / Fort Worth area. This position is a
full-time position and will be compensated at a Float rate and will
receive mileage reimbursement. * $3,500 Sign-On Bonus Available and
Premium Float Rate!! * Pay: $55/hr Bonus: $3,500 sign on bonus!
Benefits: This is a Full-Time position that offers full benefits,
PTO, and mileage reimbursement! Our Full-Time PreOp PACU Registered
Nurse will travel between the below SCA surgery centers - Texas
Health Surgery Center - Addison Texas Health Surgery Center -
Bedford Texas Health Surgery Center - Rockwall Blue Star Surgery
Center Park Hill Surgery Center Preston Plaza Surgery Center
Surgical Care Affiliates (SCA) is transforming specialty care in
our communities. We relentlessly create value by aligning
physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal:
delivering exceptional care and healing to our patients and
communities we serve. We are driven to achieve the quadruple aim in
health care: high quality outcomes and a better experience for
patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care. As a
national leader in surgical care, SCA's 11,000 teammates operate
more than 260 surgical facilities that serve over 1 million
patients per year. For more information on SCA, visit
www.scasurgery.com. Why join SCA? Consider the following fantastic
benefits--- Positive work culture Float rate plus mileage
reimbursement Career growth opportunities Comprehensive medical,
vision and dental insurance - eligible on Day 1 of employment Paid
time off plus 8 paid holidays Maternity/paternity/adoption benefits
Employer-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance
Excellent 401(k) Plan Responsibilities We are actively hiring for a
Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU / Travel Float Pool Promote the
mission, vision, and values of SCA. Contribute to the company's
mission and vision by utilizing the nursing process in planning,
executing, and evaluating the nursing care given to the surgical
patient. Float between other ambulatory surgery centers in the
Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex. Serve as a collaborative consultant
and facility advocate champion a positive work environment. Ability
to acclimate to different clinical settings with minimal
supervision. Assess patient's preoperative and postoperative status
at intervals according to facility or health care organization
policies and procedures to include the patient's cardiovascular
system, respiratory system and airway management needs,
neurological system, hemodynamic stability, pain and comfort needs,
and mental status. Interpret information accurately from various
noninvasive and invasive monitors. Describe the underlying
pathophysiology of commonly encountered disease processes. Describe
the physiology associated with various anesthesia techniques and
surgical or procedural interventions. Apply the relevant scoring
system/discharge criteria for patient transfer (e.g., Aldrete
Score, Modified Aldrete Score [i.e., PARSAP], Post Anesthesia
Discharge Scoring System [PADSS], White) score accurately as
defined by organizational policy. Develop an individualized
perianesthesia plan of care. Implement the plan of care including
the following interventions: Preparing for and managing patient
recovery from anesthesia - general. Preparing for and managing
patient recovery from anesthesia - monitored anesthesia care.
Preparing for and managing patient recovery from anesthesia -
regional. Preparing for and managing patient recovery from
anesthesia - local. Preparing for and protecting patient from
injury caused by positioning, thermal sources, and extraneous
objects. Communicating the patient's current status throughout the
perianesthesia continuum of care. Providing acute pain and comfort
management as needed. Administering medications safely and
correctly by using the 8-rights of safe medication administration.
Performing interventions to maintain the integrity of the patient's
wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels. 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 at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative
period. Performing interventions to protect patient from infection.
Managing patient's other co-morbid conditions as applicable.
Managing patient's fluid as prescribed. Assessing knowledge level
of patient or designated support person and providing education
regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional
management, medication management, pain and comfort management,
wound management, and expected responses to the operative or
invasive procedure; Involving patient or designated support person
actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of
care and the rehabilitation process. Protecting 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. Evaluate
the patient's progress toward attaining outcomes. Transfer care as
needed. Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are
accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient's condition and
response to care. Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse
Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or
professional registration requirements, state laws, and job
descriptions. Document nursing care completely, accurately, and
legibly. Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as needed.
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. Act as a patient advocate
and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health
information. Comply with all facility policies and procedures when
providing patient care. Actively participate in team meetings,
trainings, and daily safety huddles. Demonstrate fiscal
responsibility. Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. Minimum
four years' experience in Pre Operative or PACU. Experience in
working in multi-specialty surgery centers. Demonstrates a high
degree of clinical competence and professional maturity. Willing to
drive to different facilities located in the Dallas / Fort Worth
Metroplex plus milage paid. Medical / surgical nursing experience
Current state licensure to practice within good standings.
Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac
Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation
of current BLS/BCLS certification. Successful completion of
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days
of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility
scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of
current PALS certification. 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 and equipment Manual and finger dexterity Hand eye
coordination Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs Corrected vision
and hearing to within normal range Working irregular hours As a
representative of Surgical Care Affiliates, all comments,
attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct impact on the
Facility's success. Interaction with patients, families,
physicians, referral sources, affiliated schools, visitors,
volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a
manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful,
cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an
atmosphere of teamwork, a culture of safety, and in accordance with
SCA Core Values.
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. Minimum four years'
experience in Pre Operative or PACU. Experience in working in
multi-specialty surgery centers. Demonstrates a high degree of
clinical competence and professional maturity. Willing to drive to
different facilities located in the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex
plus milage paid. Medical / surgical nursing experience Current
state licensure to practice within good standings. Successful
completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life
Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of
current BLS/BCLS certification. Successful completion of Advanced
Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of
employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility
scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of
current PALS certification. 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 and equipment Manual and finger dexterity Hand eye
coordination Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs Corrected vision
and hearing to within normal range Working irregular hours As a
representative of Surgical Care Affiliates, all comments,
attitudes, actions, and behaviors have a direct impact on the
Facility's success. Interaction with patients, families,
physicians, referral sources, affiliated schools, visitors,
volunteers, co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. must be in a
manner that is friendly, supportive, courteous, respectful,
cooperative, and professional. This behavior should promote an
atmosphere of teamwork, a culture of safety, and in accordance with
SCA Core Values.
We are actively hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN) PreOp PACU /
Travel Float Pool Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA.
Contribute to the company's mission and vision by utilizing the
nursing process in planning, executing, and evaluating the nursing
care given to the surgical patient. Float between other ambulatory
surgery centers in the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex. Serve as a
collaborative consultant and facility advocate champion a positive
work environment. Ability to acclimate to different clinical
settings with minimal supervision. Assess patient's preoperative
and postoperative status at intervals according to facility or
health care organization policies and procedures to include the
patient's cardiovascular system, respiratory system and airway
management needs, neurological system, hemodynamic stability, pain
and comfort needs, and mental status. Interpret information
accurately from various noninvasive and invasive monitors. Describe
the underlying pathophysiology of commonly encountered disease
processes. Describe the physiology associated with various
anesthesia techniques and surgical or procedural interventions.
Apply the relevant scoring system/discharge criteria for patient
transfer (e.g., Aldrete Score, Modified Aldrete Score [i.e.,
PARSAP], Post Anesthesia Discharge Scoring System [PADSS], White)
score accurately as defined by organizational policy. Develop an
individualized perianesthesia plan of care. Implement the plan of
care including the following interventions: Preparing for and
managing patient recovery from anesthesia - general. Preparing for
and managing patient recovery from anesthesia - monitored
anesthesia care. Preparing for and managing patient recovery from
anesthesia - regional. Preparing for and managing patient recovery
from anesthesia - local. Preparing for and protecting patient from
injury caused by positioning, thermal sources, and extraneous
objects. Communicating the patient's current status throughout the
perianesthesia continuum of care. Providing acute pain and comfort
management as needed. Administering medications safely and
correctly by using the 8-rights of safe medication administration.
Performing interventions to maintain the integrity of the patient's
wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels. 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 at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative
period. Performing interventions to protect patient from infection.
Managing patient's other co-morbid conditions as applicable.
Managing patient's fluid as prescribed. Assessing knowledge level
of patient or designated support person and providing education
regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional
management, medication management, pain and comfort management,
wound management, and expected responses to the operative or
invasive procedure; Involving patient or designated support person
actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of
care and the rehabilitation process. Protecting 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. Evaluate
the patient's progress toward attaining outcomes. Transfer care as
needed. Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are
accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient's condition and
response to care. Delegate tasks according to the state Nurse
Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or
professional registration requirements, state laws, and job
descriptions. Document nursing care completely, accurately, and
legibly. Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as needed.
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. Act as a patient advocate
and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health
information. Comply with all facility policies and procedures when
providing patient care. Actively participate in team meetings,
trainings, and daily safety huddles. Demonstrate fiscal
responsibility. Perform all other duties as assigned.
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