Registered Nurse PACU PRN

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI) • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Community Hospital is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse for its Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Under general supervision, the RN staff nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. In collaboration with patients, their families, and other members of the health care team, the nurse manages and delivers patient care, including assessment and reassessment, development of the plan of care, implementation of appropriate interventions, and evaluation of care using the nursing process. The nurse also assists the anesthesiologist and surgeon with patient-related care activities, works as a team member throughout the facility, and performs other duties as assigned.

Community Hospital describes its workplace as guided by its C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion is required, Attitude is valued, Respect is demanded, Excellence is expected, and Service is commended. The hospital says employees are valued, their goals are supported, and their contributions are recognized.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Oklahoma.
• AHA BLS Healthcare certification required within 30 days of hire if not currently certified.
• AHA ACLS certification required within 120 days of hire if not currently certified.
• AHA PALS certification required within 120 days of hire if not currently certified.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of experience in PACU or acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to surgical patients in the PACU according to policy, procedure, and care standards.
• Maintain knowledge of medications, equipment, expected patient outcomes during surgery, and anticipated complications.
• Coordinate patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Act to protect and advance the patient’s best interest.
• Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties in the job description and continually demonstrate competency.
• Provide direct nursing care, including assessment and reassessment, care planning, implementation of interventions, and evaluation of care.
• Assist the anesthesiologist and surgeon with patient-related care activities.
• Work as a team member within the facility and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed