Loma Linda
Location
Murrieta, California
Salary
$53 - $71 / HOUR
The Clinical Nurse B-PATS prescreens patients and provides education prior to surgical and diagnostic procedures requiring anesthesia. They coordinate care between surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal surgical outcomes and patient safety.
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), an active California RN license, and at least one year of experience. Mandatory certifications include BLS, ACLS, and PALS from the American Heart Association.
The Clinical Nurse B-Pre Admission Testing (PATS), demonstrates competency in pre-anesthesia consultation and education and prescreens patients prior to surgical and diagnostic procedures requiring general anesthesia or monitored anesthesia care. Facilitates coordination of care and communication among the healthcare team to achieve optimal surgical outcome. Communication and interview with patient may be performed telephonically or in-person based on type of surgery, previous medical and surgical history, and comorbidities. Works closely with the surgeon offices to retrieve (or schedule if not available) pre-operative tests (EKGs, Labs, Chest X-ray) results, history and physical, current medications, allergies, and other pertinent information related to diagnosis, type of surgery and comorbidities. Analyzes information and identifies potential issues that could possibly result in a negative surgical outcome, delay or cancellation of surgery. Reviews case with the anesthesiologist and/or requests in-person anesthesia consult as necessary based on medical information and patient's risk level for a safe surgery. Provides education about surgery and recovery process to the patient, family, and/or caregiver prior to surgery as appropriate. Ensures patient understands pre-operative and post-operative orders and appropriate transportation arrangements have been made. Makes arrangements for continuum of care, e.g., postsurgical equipment and supplies, follow-up appointments. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care to outpatient and inpatient surgical candidates prior to surgery. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) in accordance with LLUMC-Murrieta's established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as appropriate. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in pre-anesthesia consultation and education and perianesthesia nursing. Functions within the expectations of a professional nurse and represents nursing as an empowered profession and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements. Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes. Engages in opportunities to directly and/or indirectly influence decision-making for bedside clinical practice by supporting and/or participating in committees, task forces and staff meetings. Exhibits interpersonal skills that portray professionalism and maximize excellence in customer service and safe patient care. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Minimum of one year experience required. CN-Bs are eligible to be promoted into the CN-C classification when criteria outlined in the Clinical Nurse Ladder handbook and job specifications outlined in CN-C job description are met.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001.
Loma Linda University Medical Center Murrieta is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.
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