Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for creating and executing tailored perioperative care plans for patients, focusing on their recovery from anesthesia and implementing necessary interventions to sustain patient stability. This role also encompasses acting as a scrub person during surgical procedures, ensuring the maintenance of sterile conditions, and prioritizing patient safety throughout the entire care process.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement personalized perioperative patient care strategies.
- Manage patient recovery following anesthesia administration.
- Perform interventions aimed at maintaining patient stability.
- Act as a scrub person during surgical procedures.
- Ensure the sterile environment is upheld during all procedures.
- Safeguard patient safety through all stages of care.
Qualifications
- Must possess a valid state nursing license.
- Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
- One year of relevant nursing experience is preferred.
- Ability to secure Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) certifications.
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.
