Registered Nurse Pre-Assessment Testing II - Texas Health Surgery Center Dallas
On-siteDallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct pre-assessment testing by describing pathophysiology and anesthesia physiology, developing individualized perianesthesia plans, and interviewing patients to gather admission data. Review preoperative test results, notify physicians of abnormalities, and serve as the primary contact for referral sources to direct patient screening and clearance. Educate patients on medication management, wound care, and expected psychosocial responses, while managing co-morbid conditions and protecting patient safety through infection prevention and specimen handling. Provide accurate hand-off reports to teammates, document care completely, and participate in quality review and performance improvement projects.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing
- One year of pre-op, PACU, and/or medical / surgical nursing experience
- Current state licensure to practice within good standings
- Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS/BCLS certification
- Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification
- Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification
Desired Qualifications
- Specialty certification in Perioperative or perianesthesia Nursing
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