Download Job Title: Outpatient Surgery RN

Wilbarger General Hospital
Vernon, Texas
Job Description
Job Title:
Outpatient Surgery RN
Department:
Surgery
Job Summary:
To establish guidelines to identify the qualifications and skills
required for employment and rendering of optimum nursing
care in the Outpatient Surgery Department.
OSHA Blood borne Pathogens Class I.
Job Qualifications:
A.
Education: Graduate of accredited School of Professional Nursing or
having been waivered by Certified Board testing.
B.
Personal Job-Related Skills:
Demonstrated skills in nursing
practice. Effective oral and written communication skills.
C.
Licensure, Registry or Certification: Registered Nurse currently
licensed by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. BCLS, ACLS and
PALS, preferred.
D.
Experience:
E.
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1.
Prior work experience: One year experience as a professional
Registered Nurse in Outpatient Surgery preferred.
2.
Technical Training:
Current CPR Certification.
Physical and Mental Requirements: Duties of the position require
extended periods of standing and walking. Bending, stooping,
twisting, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasional heavy
lifting when moving or supporting patients who may become weak or
helpless.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates knowledge of principles of growth and development over the
life span. Demonstrates skills appropriate for care of are related patients.
A. Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct
administration.
B. Responsible for all documentation in the EMR.
C. Schedules the patient for Outpatient procedures in conjunction with OR
schedule. Schedules the patient for Preoperative interview. (Surgical and
non surgical).
D. Responsible for scheduling pre operative interviews, lab, x-rays, and
other ordered tests prior to procedure.
E. Responsible for properly preparing and obtaining signatures on all
consents.
F. Responsible for assessment of and meeting the patient’s physical, safety,
and emotional needs.
G. Responsible for compiling all records necessary for the patient record and
completing them prior to surgery.
H. Participates in the planning and implementation of the patient care plan.
2. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory, demonstrates knowledge of
disaster and emergency policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge
of good interpersonal relationships.
A. Responsible for initiating blood administration. Ability to monitor
hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret results. Prepares,
administers and monitors IV medications and blood/blood products per
policy and procedure. Obtains blood from the blood bank conforming to
lab procedures.
B. Provides care to patients based on standards recognized and approved by
the administration, the physician, and the licensing authority.
C. Responsible for knowledge of emergency codes.
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D. Takes all accumulated charges at the end of the day to the appropriate
department.
E. Responsible for Outpatient logs and schedules on a daily basis.
F. Interacts with patients, family member’s medical staff members and other
department personnel with a respectful attitude and promotes a
cooperative manner.
G. Has a general positive outlook reinforced with positive behavior, and a
positive work environment.
H. Utilizes initiative, strives to maintain steady level of productivity; self
motivated.
I. Responsible for administration of versed if ordered.
3. Provides instruction to Patient/Family regarding Outpatient process, policy
and procedures.
A. Responsible for pre-operative teaching and have the patient verbalize an
understanding of what is taught.
B. Prepares the patient for surgery both physically and emotionally.
C. Responsible for home care instructions. Discharge instructions. The
patient and family and/or significant other must voice an understanding
of these instructions and a copy must be sent home with them.
D. Gives clear documentation of discharge instructions and coordinates and
directs patients care to ensure patient needs are met.
E. Schedules a follow up appointment with their surgeon.
F. Completes post-operative telephone questionnaires.
G. Dismiss or admits the patient according to criteria set up in the Outpatient
surgery manual.
H. Provides service direct to patients while maintaining a positive patient
relationship and a supportive atmosphere.
I. Responsible for verification of patient: Correct patient, correct surgery,
site and documents.
J. Responsible for the patient record and completion prior to
surgery.
K. Responsible for the post op telephone questionnaire.
4. Assist Physicians with procedures as needed.
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A. Assures physician’s orders are carried out properly, call physician with
updates and patient information as necessary.
B. Assist the CRNA’s with patient information.
C. Is responsible for all aspects of post-operative patient care. This
includes, but not limited to monitoring vital signs, dressings, I & O,
levels of pain, relief, presence of nausea, ability to ambulate, and any
post-operative complications.
D. Demonstrate competence in care of specimens.
5. Responsible for providing all aspects of patient care in an environment that
optimizes patient safety and reduces the probability of medical/health care
errors.
A. Safely transports the patient to OR.
B. Checks the crash cart daily and documents the check.
C. Follow aseptic technique and established procedures for using
precautions when involved in direct patient contact or handling
potentially infectious materials.
D. Maintains confidentiality while working with confidential matter on a
daily basis. Follows HIPPA protocols.
E. Proficient in the uses of the Accudose, EMR, Smart pumps, and accutron.
F. Teach and direct other personnel assigned to work under their direction.
G. Assist with the orientation, training and education of personnel.
H. At the end of the day, all rooms must be cleared and restocked and
cleaned.
I. Maintain High Professional Standards by:
1. Demonstration of changing trends in nursing.
2. Active participation in conferences, classes, and staff meetings and
other meetings as required.
3. Application of scientific principles in performing nursing procedures,
knowledge or the rationale for nursing actions.
4. Supports and interprets the hospital philosophy, objectives, and
policies.
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STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING:
I have read and understand the above JOB DESCRIPTION and understand the
essential duties outlined and required in this position. I understand that I should
contact my Department Manager if I have any questions or concerns regarding the
job duties and requirements as outlined above. I acknowledge that I have received
a copy of this job description.
Employee Signature
Date
Department Manager Signature
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