Job Summary
The role of the nurse involves assessing patient medical backgrounds, leading pre-operative discussions, and analyzing test outcomes to ascertain eligibility for Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC). This position also requires educating patients on perioperative care, managing any additional health conditions, and acting as a key communication link for referral sources.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patient medical history and conduct assessments for ASC eligibility.
- Conduct pre-operative interviews with patients.
- Review test results to confirm patient readiness.
- Educate patients regarding pre-and post-operative care.
- Oversee management of co-morbid conditions.
- Serve as the primary contact for healthcare referral sources.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current state nursing license is required.
- Preferred experience of at least one year in pre-operative, PACU, or medical/surgical nursing.
KU MedWest Ambulatory Surgery provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
