Registered Nurse, Per Diem Days, 8a-4p, Pre Procedure Evaluation Center, Atlantic Health, Morristown Medical Center

Always uses good interpersonal and communication skills with patients, family members and other staff. Accurately and thoroughly completes all nursing documentation needed for patients seen at PPEC/AC or when speaking to patients over the phone which includes medical and surgical history, allergies, medication intake, fall assessment, education, and other pertinent information. Completes nursing assessments in Epic.  Reports any abnormalities to the appropriate staff, such as surgeons' offices, anesthesiologists, etc. Educates patients and family members as needed either on a one-to-one basis or in a formal education class. Gives the appropriate pre-op instructions specific to the patients' needs and their scheduled surgery.