Registered Nurse PACU

Ascension•Nashville, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Registered Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Ascension Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN. This is a part-time position with a day shift schedule. The role involves following aseptic sterile technique, evaluating patient responses to treatments, anticipating case-specific needs, assessing and coordinating discharge planning, and assessing the physical and psychological status of patients.

Requirements

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

Follow aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.
Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.
Anticipate case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology.
Assess and coordinate discharge planning needs with patient, family, and members of the healthcare team.
Assess the physical and psychological status of patients, provide interventions/treatments and evaluate effectiveness of care to achieve desired patient outcomes.