Registered Nurse - PACU (Full-Time)

Surgery Partners, Inc•Westmont, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the provision of nursing care to patients in a same-day surgery setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician’s orders and center’s policies. Monitors and controls the use of and charging for supplies utilized in the center.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Registered Nurse License
Current American Heart Assn. BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications

Nice To Haves

2 years PACU ASC experience preferred
Able to accurately assess need for pain and /or nausea medication
An order always precedes the administration of medication
Intended actions and side effects are known
Medications are documented
Able to make logical quick decisions based on sound judgment

Responsibilities

Assesses, develops, and implements total nursing care for post-operative patients.
Records and reports to appropriate persons all symptoms, reactions, abnormalities, and changes in the physical and/or mental conditions of post-operative patients.
Administers medications and treatments ordered by physicians.
Cares for and discharges post-operative patients according to facility policies.
Accurately assesses the need for pain and/or nausea medication.
Maintains patient and employee privacy and confidential information.
Provides psychological support to patients and/or families.
Maintains rapport with physicians and other departments providing care for the patients.
Admits patients to the sit-up area.
Performs routine charging of medications and supplies.
Accurately checks charge sheets for supplies used on patients.
Functions independently in emergency situations.
Maintains competence through continuing education.
Meets requirements for CEU re-licensure.
Assists in the orientation of new employees with factual information regarding current departmental policies.
Acts as a resource for new employees.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment.