Outpatient Surgery Rn - Preop/pacu Float Pool

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Columbus, Ohio, US
Pre-op assessment
Pacu recovery
Patient education
The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization

Job Summary

  • The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization.
  • Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery (assessment, history review, vitals, IV start) and recovering patients post-surgery (pain management, ambulation, education, discharge instructions, and ensuring patient stability).
  • As a float, you'll receive your assignment by noon the day before and work either Pre-Op or PACU at one of these locations.

Matching Summary

The team provides patient care and supportive services directed towards achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care and reducing the length of hospitalization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pre-Op assessment
  • PACU recovery
  • Patient education
  • IV start
  • Pain management

Nice-to-have

  • Patient-centered care
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptable to different sites

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Nursing from CCNE or ACEN accredited program
  • Current Ohio RN license or interim permit
  • Experience in relevant care setting preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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