Registered Nurse - PreOp/Pacu (PRN) New

At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.

Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.

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JOB SUMMARY:

In accordance with the philosophy and goals of OSS Health and within the scope of the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act, the PreOP/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) will provide care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The RN is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

SCHEDULE:

• Wekk 1: Tues, Wed, Thur, Fri, 10-hr day shifts.
• Week 2: Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri, 10-hr day shifts.
  
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care for assigned patients.
• Monitors patient’s physiological status during preoperative and postoperative phases.
• Ensures appropriate patient preparation for operative procedures.
• Accurately and completely documents pertinent assessments, interventions, and outcomes for patients in accordance with the documentation policies.
• Verifies and implements physician/licensed independent practitioners’ orders.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information as defined by HIPAA.
• Administers medications according to OSS policies.
• Initiates appropriate emergency procedures and administers life-support drugs/treatment under the direction of the physician.
• Delegates duties and responsibilities to support staff according to job description.
• Utilizes interpersonal skills to facilitate communication and teamwork between departments, health care workers, patients, and families.
• Assesses educational needs of patient/families and provides teaching as needed, including discharge instructions for outpatient procedures.
• Maintains skills as determined through yearly competency testing.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities through in-services, education days, self-study, or established educational programs.
• Serves on committees and/or participates in changes of policy and procedures that affect the operation of services as documented.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Assists with the orientation of new hospital staff as assigned.
• Assists in equipment maintenance and repair reporting.
• Possibility of assisting in PAT if needed.
• Practices principles of safety and infection control as defined by OSS policies.
• Consistently adheres to OSHA blood borne pathogen guidelines; applies universal precautions per OSS policies.
• Accurately and efficiently utilizes incident reporting system within shift of occurrence.
  
  
  

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or relevant field preferred.
  
  
  

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Current BLS certification; ACLS certification or ability to achieve prior to performing patient care.
• Recent experience in a surgical, critical care, or same day surgery setting is strongly preferred.
• Must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the patient.
• Must be able to effectively and efficiently make use of time and resources.
• Computer literacy required.
• Must possess professional and effective communication skills and be able to promote effective communication at all levels.
• Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and developmental needs.
  
  
  

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Dental, Vision available on the first day of employment
• Disability, and Life Insurance within 90 days
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan and profit sharing
• Career Advancement Opportunities