PACU RN Part Time

American Addiction Centers • Park Ridge, IL

74d • $37 - $56

About The Position

The position is for a part-time Registered Nurse at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in the PACU department. The role involves using the nursing process to assess patient needs, plan and implement individualized interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of care plans. The nurse will work collaboratively with patients and their families, anticipate changes in patient conditions, and coordinate care with other healthcare team members. The nurse will also be responsible for patient safety, education, and discharge planning, while applying evidence-based practices and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
• Demonstrates holistic patient care and ability to view situations from a patient and family focus.
• Proficient computer skills and use of electronic medical records systems.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability to make critical, independent decisions.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process to assess patient needs and implement individualized interventions.
• Involves patients and families in planning and implementing care.
• Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in patient conditions.
• Provides ongoing assessment and takes appropriate actions when changes occur.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase safety.
• Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach.
• Coordinates discharge plans using an interdisciplinary approach.
• Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care.
• Incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.
• Evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes and takes action when needed.
• Supports shared governance activities to improve processes and outcomes.
• Demonstrates effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members.
• Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately.
• Promotes a culture of safety and reports patient safety events.
• Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives.
• Engages in professional development and attends required meetings.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees