Registered Nurse, Pre/Post-Op - Revo Health

The Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the delivery of optimum quality care to patients while in Pre-Op, PACU, and Phase ll of the Surgery Center.

This is a PT (.8 FTE) role, Monday - Friday, working four 8-hour shifts with a rotating day off. This position offers a predictable schedule with no weekends, holidays, or call requirements out of our Edina Specialty Surgery Center.

Revo Health is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned & led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

 Essential Functions:

• Assesses physical, psychological, spiritual, cultural, educational, and developmental dimensions of the patient from pre-op phone call through the patient discharge and provides written documentation of these findings.


• Evaluates and documents patient condition and responses to nursing and/or medical interventions and communicates the information appropriately.


• Responsible for completing pre-operative phone calls, H&P (History and Physical) reviews, and providing appropriate admission requirements/instructions.


• Responsibilities include providing high-quality preoperative and postoperative nursing care, patient education, care coordination, and collaboration with the surgical team to ensure a safe and positive patient experience.


• Assesses patient needs and supplies and equipment required for pain management procedure, patient needs, and physician preferences.


• Responsible for completing post-operative phone calls, providing care and direction as appropriate.


• Develops and provides an individualized plan of care based on nursing assessment, medical diagnosis, knowledge of specific illnesses, injuries, diseases, surgical procedures and appropriate standards of care.


• Collaborates with other disciplines and departments to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the perioperative experience.


• Knowledgeable of the psychological, physiological & spiritual needs of patients and provides care accordingly and in an age appropriate manner for patients. 


• Functions within the limits of the MN Nurse Practice Act, State and Federal Laws, the ASC, Pre-op/PACU Department philosophies, policies and procedures and standards of care.


• Labels and administers medications and solutions as ordered. Applies principles of aseptic technique, standard and transmission precautions.


• Functions effectively in emergency situations and when under stress.


• Monitors patients utilizing sound nursing judgment, and competent knowledge of equipment based on policies and procedures from patient admission to discharge.


• Provides emotional support and comfort for patients/family members, informs family of patient status, and provides patient and family education.


• Assists with procedures (i.e. pain management, blocks, conscience sedation.)


• Follows proper channel of communication and informs department managers of unit activity, patient condition and concerns.


• Reassess, evaluate and revise the implementation of the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Respond appropriately to changes in the patient’s condition and/or behavior.


• Complete, accurate, legible and timely documentation of all patient care delivered at the Surgery Center as indicated per policy.


• Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center’s established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.


• Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).


• Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.


• Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.


• Any and all other duties as assigned

 Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of registered nursing.


• Current licensure as a RN in the State of MN or WI multi-state required.


• One year of nursing experience in PACU or other critical care nursing experience in the last 5 years preferred.


• Current member American Society of Post Anesthesia Nurses preferred.


• Current CPR/ACLS/PALS certification required or completed upon hire.

Benefits & Compensation: 

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  • Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience. 
  
  
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    The pay range displayed reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated for employees working less than a full-time schedule.

    
    
  
  
  • The pay range displayed reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
  
  
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package - to learn more click here.
    
    
    
    • Employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (w/Maternity Bundle), Dental & Vision plans, as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
    
    
    • All employees, regardless of hours, are eligible for 401(k) w/ Profit Sharing, Employee Assistance Program, Lifetime Fitness Subsidy, Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, & Pet insurance savings programs & more.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.


• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.


• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.


• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.


• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.


• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

Setting:

• Surgery Center

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.


• Complete job required training.


• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)


• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance


• Work in the surgery center during business hours 


• Travel independently throughout the surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required


• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines


• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner


• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations


• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions


• Understand and execute a variety of instructions


• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system


• Work independently with minimal supervision


• Travel to other work locations, if required

Notes 

• Revo/ i-Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants or employees who wish to request an accommodation may do so by emailing [email protected]. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.


• We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities.


• Please note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Revo/ i-Health reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with applicable laws.