Why This Role Matters

As a

Recovery Room Nurse,you play a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures. Working closely with physicians, you will support surgical procedures and ensure that our health center delivers family planning and abortion services in accordance with established policies, protocols, and procedures. Your expertise and dedication will directly impact patient well-being and comfort.

Who You Are

Passionate about reproductive health care and committed to health equity and justice.

Believe sexual health is an essential part of overall well-being.

Dedicated to providing non-judgmental, patient-centered care.

Experienced in working across diverse communities.

Motivated by continuous learning and professional growth.

Your Key Responsibilities

Provide the state-mandated informed consent to patients seeking abortion in accordance with state law over the phone.

Assist with scheduling abortion visit for patients receiving 72-hour consent as needed.

Triage patient daytime emergency calls to ensure timely response and documents interaction in the EHR.

Consult with PPSAT clinicians and CMO for guidance on providing medical advice to patients as needed.

Support the confidentiality of all patients and make them feel comfortable over the phone

Provide nursing care to patients in the recovery room, following all policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Monitor patients' post-procedure, including vital signs, medication administration, and post-care education.

Deliver excellent patient service, addressing concerns, educating on services, and providing community resources.

Offer compassionate education on reproductive and sexual health topics, including birth control, pregnancy options, STI prevention, and safe practices.

Maintain a well-stocked recovery area, ensuring all necessary supplies, educational materials, and patient care items are available.

Support health center operations, assisting with preparations, patient education, and medication administration.

Maintain accurate patient records, including documentation of medications and quality assurance tasks.

Participate in staff meetings, emergency drills, and new staff training.

Establish and manage IV access, administer IV medications, and support providers in routine procedures and emergency care.

Use electronic health records (EHR) for accurate documentation and patient scheduling.

Assist with triaging patient emergency calls and collaborate with clinicians for medical guidance.

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