Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated, skilled Pre- and Post-Operative Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong nursing background and experience in pre- and post-operative care, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. This role requires a compassionate approach to patient care and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate should expect a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative care to patients, monitoring vital signs, and recovery progress.
• Administer medications and perform IV infusions as prescribed.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and accurately document medical records.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
• Educate patients and their families on pre- and post-operative care instructions, including pain management and recovery expectations.
• Maintain compliance with infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.

Skills
The ideal candidate should possess a variety of skills, including but not limited to:

• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Surgical Information Systems (SIS)
• Experience in acute care settings, including ICU, emergency medicine, and/or trauma medicine.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and critical care practices.
• Ability to perform procedures such as phlebotomy, venipuncture, and airway management.
• Strong interpersonal skills for working with diverse patient populations, including those with developmental disabilities or geriatric needs.
• Experience in pain management techniques and acute pain management strategies.
• Competence in using diagnostic evaluation tools and conducting physical examinations.

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional care to our patients. Your expertise will play a vital role in their recovery journey.

The Ambulatory Surgery Center of Westchester (ASCW) in Mount Kisco, New York, is a state-of-the-art Outpatient Surgical Center that is clinically affiliated with:

-Putnam Hospital Center
-And Many of the Finest Surgeons in Westchester and Putnam Counties.
-As we are an Independent Facility, We Are NOT part of the OPTUM or Caremount Network.

All of our surgeons and anesthesiologists are Board Certified or in the examination process in one or more of the following clinical specialties:

-Anesthesiology
-Pediatric Anesthesiology
-Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery
-General Surgery
-Gynecology
-Ophthalmology
-Pain Management
-Orthopedic Surgery
-Plastic Surgery
-Podiatry
-Urology
-Pediatric Urology
-Pediatric Ophthalmology

The ASCW is:
-Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
-Certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
-Licensed by the New York State Department of Health

Company Description

The Ambulatory Surgery Center of Westchester (ASCW) in Mount Kisco, New York, is a state-of-the-art Outpatient Surgical Center that is clinically affiliated with:\r\n\r\n-Putnam Hospital Center\r\n-And Many of the Finest Surgeons in Westchester and Putnam Counties.\r\n-As we are an Independent Facility, We Are NOT part of the OPTUM or Caremount Network.\r\n\r\nAll of our surgeons and anesthesiologists are Board Certified or in the examination process in one or more of the following clinical specialties:\r\n\r\n-Anesthesiology\r\n-Pediatric Anesthesiology\r\n-Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery\r\n-General Surgery\r\n-Gynecology\r\n-Ophthalmology\r\n-Pain Management\r\n-Orthopedic Surgery\r\n-Plastic Surgery\r\n-Podiatry\r\n-Urology\r\n-Pediatric Urology\r\n-Pediatric Ophthalmology\r\n\r\nThe ASCW is:\r\n-Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care\r\n-Certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services\r\n-Licensed by the New York State Department of Health

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