Registered Nurse II - Periop Float Team

Medical University of South Carolina • North Charleston, SC

86d

About The Position

The RN in Surgical Observation cares for Phase 2 and post-op patients from the PACU and OR. These patients are med-surg level of care for surgeries. Each will plan to discharge same day or within 23 hours post-op. Nurses are responsible for Phase 2 anesthesia recoveries and surgery specific care to include surgery specific discharge instructions.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse required.
• Preoperative or PACU experience is required.
• Must have ACLS certification for pre/post areas.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients.
• Deliver safe and effective care and interact with other members of the health care team.
• Care for Phase 2 and post-op patients from the PACU and OR.
• Plan for same day or within 23 hours post-op discharge.
• Administer Phase 2 anesthesia recoveries.
• Provide surgery specific care and discharge instructions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees