Description:
Assists the RN and physician in providing pre- and postoperative care to patients.
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Assists the RN and physician in providing pre- and postoperative care to the patient
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Confirms preoperative testing/medical clearance is in patient's medical chart prior to procedure
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Collaborates with RN in assessing the patient's physical and emotional status
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Implements and documents preoperative regimen of care according to policy/procedure
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Recognizes patient's need for support, answers questions appropriately, and provides for privacy and confidentiality
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Assists in the admission of patients to pre/postoperative area according to established guidelines
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Implements appropriate nursing activities to provide safe and individualized nursing care
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Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care by documenting patient's responses to Interventions
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Assists in explaining the physician's postoperative instructions to patient/family
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Conveys ideas, concepts, and facts related to patient care in a logical, concise manner
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Assists with discharge activities according to policies and procedures
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Documents records and other forms accurately and according to policies and procedures
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Applies technical and specialized skills relevant to pre/postoperative nursing
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Performs nursing functions (e.g., monitors vital signs, maintains/improves respiratory function, performs catheterizations, etc.) under RN direction/supervision
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Administers prescribed medication and performs treatments according to the state's definition of LPN practice
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Observes safety measures in patient-care activities
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Prepares equipment/supplies needed for care of patients and for performing diagnostic tests
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Performs with competence in emergency situations
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Recognizes personal limitations and obtains necessary patient-care assistance from RN
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Displays knowledge of the requirements for instrument, supply, and equipment maintenance
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Cleans instruments property after use and observes policy and procedure for proper care and handling
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Observes and reports need to replenish or revise supply inventories
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED certificate
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Completion of and certification in accredited LPN program
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LPN with active license in appropriate state
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CPR certification
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Evidence of leadership qualities
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Strong ethical and moral character references
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Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal and telephone communication in American English
Preferred
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ACLS certification
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ASC experience
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Computer literacy
Job Quality Requirements
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Accuracy
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Attention to detail
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Timeliness
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Organization
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Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks
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Attendance
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Punctuality
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Ability to follow instructions
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Ability to meet deadlines
Physical/mental Requirements
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Ability to sit/stand for long periods; ability to walk
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Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching
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Physical strength for equipment needs and patient care activities
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Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities
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Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs
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Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems
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Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills
Formal lines of promotion
Must submit CV to clinical director, administrator
