Pre-Op LPN/RN Job at OrthoGeorgia in Macon

Job description

The Pre-OP LPN/RN is responsible for the planning, coordination, screening, and pre-procedure orientation for all of the patients undergoing a planned surgical/procedural event.

Responsibilities and Duties

The Pre-OP LPN/RN is responsible for the planning, coordination, screening, and pre-procedure orientation for all of the patients undergoing a planned surgical/procedural event. The Pre-OP LPN/RN serves as the facilitator of communications within the multi-disciplinary team. The Pre-OP LPN/RN will evaluate each patient to identify perioperative and intraoperative risks or problems, so that they may be avoided. In addition, the LPN/RN will work directly with anesthesia providers and surgeons to determine necessary safety screening criteria and pre-op teaching standards. This role is required to perform the full pre-surgical history via a scheduled onsite nurse appointment in conjunction with an anesthesia provider (as needed). The LPN/RN helps to arrange medical consultations for patients, if necessary. Surgical prep instructions, including but not limited to, NPO requirements, medications to be taken on the morning of surgery, and anesthesia options will be covered routinely. The Pre-OP LPN/RN will ensure that all ordered diagnostic tests and labs are completed by the patient in a timely manner.

Qualifications and Skills

Associate degree in Nursing. Must have a current, valid Georgia nursing license from the Georgia Board of Nursing and have current CPR certification. Current ACLS certification is preferred. Must possess the sense of discipline to work in accordance with accepted clinical standards. Must possess a preference for scientific activities to understand and work with medical concepts while performing nursing duties. Possess the same sense of discipline to work within accepted nursing and medical standards. Must possess the cognitive ability to understand patient’s medical records, physician’s orders and medical orders to be communicated to patient and hospital staff. Must be capable of dealing tactfully and effectively with patients, family members, other employees and physicians/practitioners.