PACU RN Recovery Phase I Experience Per Diem No Weekends or Holidays Tacoma

Kaiser Permanente • Tacoma, WA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) position at Kaiser Permanente in Tacoma, WA, involves providing nursing care to a defined group of patients on an on-call basis. The role requires adherence to established nursing standards and policies, coordination of healthcare services, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care. The RN will be responsible for patient assessment, care planning, and implementation of nursing interventions, while also focusing on patient education and health promotion.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Registered Nurse License (Washington) or Compact License required at hire.
• Basic Life Support certification required at hire.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Ambulatory care nursing experience.
• Primary nursing or case-management experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing assessment of nursing care needs for a defined group of patients.
• Develop a written plan of care based on nursing diagnosis and patient needs.
• Assist patients and families in developing healthcare goals as part of the individualized care plan.
• Determine priorities of patient care based on essential needs and available resources.
• Provide nursing interventions safely and competently.
• Offer telephone consultation to patients and families as needed.
• Evaluate patients' responses to care and modify care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate understanding of the physiological and psychological effects of aging in care planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients of various age populations.
• Identify personal learning needs and participate in relevant educational programs.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members in planning and implementing care.
• Initiate nursing admission database and discharge planning for patients requiring hospitalization.
• Communicate effectively with team members to accomplish workload.
• Recognize and address patients' psychosocial, cultural, and emotional needs during interactions.
• Orient patients and families to nursing roles and available services.
• Develop educational components for nursing care plans and provide teaching/counseling to patients and families.
• Encourage patient compliance with therapeutic and medical regimens.
• Assess patient lifestyle risk factors and integrate health promotion into care.
• Implement preventive measures for physical and psychological health.
• Adhere to documentation, safety, and infection control standards.
• Participate in staff orientation and student education activities.
• Engage in quality assurance activities and nursing research.
• Maintain high professional work standards and appearance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree