Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PACU

Community Health Network • Indianapolis, IN

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The cardiac surgical PACU nurse is responsible for the immediate postoperative care of patients who have undergone cardiac surgery. Their role includes monitoring vital signs, managing pain, ensuring the stability of the patient's condition, and addressing any complications that may arise. They also provide support and education to patients and their families about postoperative care and recovery. Additionally, they collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth transition from the PACU to the next phase of recovery.

Requirements

• Graduate of National League for Nursing (NLN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) accredited school of nursing, or three years of related professional nursing experience.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice in the state of Indiana as listed in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Cardiac PACU experience required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent team skills.
• Compassionate and caring.
• Accountable.
• Self-directed.

Nice To Haves

• EPIC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring vital signs
• Managing pain
• Ensuring the stability of the patient's condition
• Addressing any complications that may arise
• Providing support and education to patients and their families about postoperative care and recovery
• Collaborating with the surgical team and other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth transition from the PACU to the next phase of recovery

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior