Careers

Surgical Nurse

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At SGK Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, we excel at providing an unparalleled patient experience and exceptional aesthetic result. Our registered nurses are responsible for providing safe and high quality care for patients receiving treatment in our AAAASF certified surgery center under the supervision of the Medical Director. The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and coordinating patient care from pre-operative to post-operative function, in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

1. Registered nurses approved and employed by the medical staff must have, on file, their license to practice in the state of Texas.
2. Maintain re-licensure requirements.
3. Operating room experience with at least one-year expertise in a surgical specialty or related field is preferred.
4. Knowledge of supervision and management.
5. Stable, mature, and dependable.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient and family teaching regarding upcoming surgery.
• Completes patient health questionnaire and obtain medical clearance from patient’s family physician if patient has an active medical problem.
• Orders appropriate lab work and EKG and acts on abnormal results.
• Identifies patient and assess patient’s chart for completeness and establish basic interventions for patient care:
  • Review patient history.
  • Records base line.
  • Assess patient’s physical status.
  • Check medications ordered, administered, and effects noted.
  • Informs surgeon or anesthesiologist of change in patient status.
• Review pre-operative teaching regarding events to take place in recovery room and operating room
• Provide emotional support for patient pre- and post-operatively.
• Assist patient to operative suite.
• Complete operative records.
• Assist in escorting patient from operative suite to recovery room while assessing the post-operative status.
• Initiate appropriate monitoring utilizing any necessary equipment: 02, suction, possible EKG, and blood pressure cuff.
• Receive report from OR staff and documents care given.
• Checks patient for level of consciousness, blood pressure, pulse and respiration every 15 minutes or as frequently as indicated by patient’s condition.
• Checks dressing every five minutes. Alerts surgeon if bleeding is present. Notes patient’s skin color, skin temperature, and IV state.
• DC IV or heparin lock after patient demonstrates ability to take and retain food and/or fluids.
• Writes legible notes, which reflect care that is pertinent and concise to the patient’s status.
• Makes an entry of any untoward events during nursing care and reports them to the physician in charge.
• Records accurately affect intervention and patient’s response.
• Involves patient and family members in pre-op and post-op teaching and planning.
• Assist in discharge of the patient.
• Makes post-operative visits and/or phone calls on all patients, and documents findings in the surgical/anesthesia log book.
• Cleans and stores non-disposable supplies and equipment:
  • Equipment is damp dusted with phenolic after use.
  • All equipment is damp dusted with phenolic or sterilized at the end of the day.
• Review all policies and procedures on a yearly basis.
• Attend update and continuing education courses relevant to specialty field.
• Provide a safe environment for treating surgical patients to prevent cross-infection.
• Obtain current basic CPR card and maintain ongoing in-service in basic cardiac and respiratory emergencies.
• Assist in cleaning and terminalization of pre-/post-op room, supplies, and equipment.
• Participate in on-going quality assurance programs.
• Write legible notes, which reflect care that is pertinent and concise to the patient’s status.
• Communicate effectively, maintaining harmonious interpersonal relationships.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Texas, must be in good standing.
• Warm and welcoming bedside manner
• Ability to complete detailed paperwork
• Exceptional teamwork skills
• Ability to meet U.S. employment and eligibility requirements

License/Certification

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)