PreOp/PACU/Circulator RN PRN - United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI)

USPI Memorial Hermann Bay Area Endoscopy Centeris seeking a motivated PRN Endo Pre/Post Op, Circulator RN to join our team.We have 1 OR room and 3 Treatment rooms. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in Gastroenterology. We are looking for a candidate to be available Monday-Friday, schedule subject to changed based on surgical schedule and flow of day. Candidate needs to be available for some early mornings and later evenings.

Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some later evenings required. Competitive salary and benefits for the right candidate.

Pre-operative Duties

• Assess the status of patients’ health in pre-op and ensure accuracy of identification wristband
• Ensure that operative and informed consents are in order
• Determine the surgeon and procedure being carried out
• Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
• Initiate IVs and ensure that patients are informed about the procedure and attending medical staff

Post-operative Duties

• Assess patients’ condition after a surgery has been performed
• Ensure that all vitals are within normal range
• Log all findings in patients’ files
• Answer patients’ questions and ensure that they are kept comfortable
• Monitor patients for condition changes and report any changes to the doctor
• Initiate patient education programs to ensure that both patients and families are educated on procedures and medications
• Perform intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies

OR Circulating Duties

• Assisting with equipment
• Serving as a patient advocate and ensuring patient safety at all times
• Assisting with positioning the patient
• Monitoring the patient's condition throughout the entire surgical process and acting quickly to respond to any changes
• Maintaining the sterile field at all times
• Exhibiting skillful clinical judgment and assessment skills

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• Candidates must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
• Must have a current unrestricted RN license in the state.
• Minimum 2-year experience in a hospital setting or ASC setting
• Current American Heart BLS certification.

USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.