Post-Op RN

POSITION: Post-Op RN

COMPENSATION: DOE

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation Package.
• Comprehensive Benefit Package.
• 100% Retirement Match up to 6% (403b).
• Flexible Spending with Employer Deposit.
• Service Awards and Recognition Programs.
• 100% Paid Tuition Assistance (for Qualified Employees).
• Employer Provided Training Programs.
• Free Membership to Connie Wold Wellness Center.
• Community Orientation: Paid by McKenzie Health.
• Child Care Subsidy Program.
• Options Available for Relocation Reimbursement, Housing, and Student Loan Repayment.
• Continuing Education Paid or Reimbursed.
• Certain Branded Clothing Provided.
• EAP Available for All Employees.
• McKenzie Health Supports Work-Life Balance.

Position Title: Post-Op RN

Position Overview:

The Post-Op RN will perform the tasks of direct patient care of all patients presenting to the Recovery Room. The Post-Op RN works in close association with the physician for detection, diagnosis, and treatment of all patients.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Interact professionally with patients and family.
• Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary.
• May be asked to supervise all other personnel and performs as needed to keep surgical suite.
• Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for treatment.
• Always shows competence when handling specimens.
• Helps in positioning, prepping, and draping of patients for surgical procedures.
• Accurately completes operating room counts (instruments, sponges, needles); follows proper procedure in case of incorrect count; reports all discrepancies to surgeon and/or corrects at once.
• Conducts medical/surgical asepsis during treatments/procedures.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers, and self, per hospital policies and procedures.
• Checks all equipment/instruments needed, prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning.
• Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy; closely sees patient with minimal disturbance.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Finds and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that perfects patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Supports and keeps a culture of safety and quality.
• Respects the privacy of all persons and confidential information according to Critical thinking.
• Ability to make decisions in crisis situations.
• Transcribes and implements physician orders.
• Provides education to patients and their family member(s).
• Provides emotional support to patients and family member(s)/
• Plans and implements Plan of Care for patients.
• Passing medications, mixing IV’s, doing treatments, and assessing patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: McKenzie Health reserves the right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities as necessary. The description of critical job features is not exhaustive and may change as deemed appropriate.

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
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand and 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 under stressful conditions
• Working irregular hours including after hours

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Personal Qualities:
  • Outgoing: An approachable and engaging personality that fosters strong relationships with staff, patients, and healthcare providers.
  • Positive Outlook: A proactive attitude that promotes a constructive, can-do environment, even in challenging situations.
  • Proactive Problem Solver: Demonstrates initiative in identifying and addressing challenges before they become issues, improving operational efficiency.
  • Accountable: Takes full responsibility for actions and outcomes, demonstrating reliability and integrity in all aspects of the role.
  • Exceptional Follow-Through: Consistently ensures that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately, meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and keep the laboratory running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Collaborative: Works well with others, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere and encouraging input from all departments to achieve common goals.
  • Friendly: Maintains a warm, approachable demeanor that creates a welcoming environment for both staff and patients.
  • Exceptional Customer Service Skills: Provides outstanding service to both patients and internal departments, ensuring a positive and seamless experience for all stakeholders.
  • Leads by Example: Demonstrates leadership through actions, setting a high standard for others and promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Mentors Others: Actively invests in the development of team members, offering guidance, support, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Builds Up Others: Encourages and inspires colleagues, fostering a positive work environment and a sense of teamwork and collaboration.
  • Dedicated to the Mission: Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values, aligning personal and team goals with the larger objectives of the healthcare facility.
  • Committed to Continuing Growth: Embraces continuous learning and professional development, actively seeking opportunities to grow and improve both personally and as a leader.
  • Embraces Change: Adaptable and open to new ideas and changes in technology, processes, or strategies, promoting an environment of innovation and growth.
• Must successfully pass background checks and drug screen.
• Demonstrate ability to immediately recognize and institute treatment for the following emergency/life threatening situations: cardiac arrhythmias, cardiac arrest, airway obstruction, respiratory arrest, hemorrhage, vagal response, syncope, shock, toxic overdose of local anesthesia, hypertension, hypotension, and malignant hyperthermia.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate compatibly with all physicians.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum requirements include graduation from an accredited school of nursing. ASN required, BSN/MSN preferred.
• 2 years of experience working in the perioperative setting (pre-operative department, post anesthesia care unit, operating room, interventional radiology, etc.)
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) documentation.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Active and unencumbered RN license
• Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) preferred
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certified

McKenzie Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.