Presurgical Planning RN - PRN
Description
Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
- Conduct a comprehensive pre-operative assessment, including medical history, allergies, current medications, and previous surgical experiences.
- Identify and document any risk factors, such as comorbidities (e.g., diabetes, heart disease) that may affect the surgery.
- Ensure that all necessary pre-operative diagnostic tests (bloodwork, EKG, X-rays) have been performed per surgical team direction and consult anesthesia as needed.
- Coordinate with the surgical team, anesthesiologists, and other departments (e.g., lab, radiology) to ensure all necessary preparations are completed before surgery.
- Coordinate with team to communicate needed and missing documentation and patient needs to ensure surgical team is aware of any missing items Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including patient consents, diagnostic test results, and pre-operative checklists.
- Document all nursing interventions and communication with the healthcare team in the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR).
- Provide clear instructions to patients regarding pre-operative preparations, including fasting, medication recommendations, and hygiene (e.g., using special antiseptic soaps), educate patients and families about the surgical procedure, expected recovery, and postoperative care and answer patient questions and address any concerns to reduce anxiety before surgery.
- Adhere to Vail Health and PSP department expectations e.g. scheduling, performance, and productivity; adhere to remote expectations when applicable.
- Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
- Must be HIPAA compliant
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:- One year clinical experience required.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado or from a valid compact state required.
Certification(s):
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Minimum of Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.
PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
Skills
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