Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES

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/PACU areas Actively participates as a team member in support of the total pre-and post 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-and post-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 and post 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 and post-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