Clinical Nurse II Float (PACU) - Periop Float Pool - FT, Days
About The Position
Position Summary: The PACU nurse will collaborate with the Dept. of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care and other surgical and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement a plan of care for a specific group of assigned patients. Performs professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the post anesthesia period. Will evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge from PACU. Acts as a role model and mentor to a variety of students and nurses new to the unit. Functions as a (PCC) Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager. Required to float between the Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
Requirements
- Required to float between the Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
- PALS certification upon hire
- At least six months nursing experience in a peri anesthesia unit
- All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Ability to work variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
- Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
- Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Nice To Haves
- Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families
- Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Dept. of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Care and other surgical and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement a plan of care for a specific group of assigned patients.
- Perform professional nursing duties that incorporate the psychomotor and age appropriate cognitive skills of the patient/family/significant other to assess, plan, intervene and advocate for the patient on an ongoing basis throughout the post anesthesia period.
- Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge from PACU.
- Act as a role model and mentor to a variety of students and nurses new to the unit.
- Function as a (PCC) Patient Care Coordinator as requested by the supervisor/manager.
- Float between the Orange and Irvine locations as needed.
Benefits
- medical insurance
- sick and vacation time
- retirement savings plans
- access to a number of discounts and perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
