REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - OUTPATIENT SURGERY / PACU

Johnson Memorial Hospital•Franklin, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Memorial Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Outpatient Surgery / PACU department. This role involves comprehensive patient care, including initial assessments, ongoing reassessments, implementing interventions, and making nursing decisions based on patient outcomes. The nurse will also participate in patient education, discharge planning, team coordination, and staff orientation. Maintaining a safe and organized environment, contributing to quality improvement, and serving as a resource to visitors, physicians, and staff are key aspects of this position. All activities must comply with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies, including Blood and Body Substance Precautions. A $5,000.00 bonus is available for eligible candidates, requiring a 24-month employment commitment.

Requirements

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana required.
Minimum of BSN required.
BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers Certification required.
PALS Certification required for staff who are assigned to care for pediatric patients.
ACLS or ALS certification required for Maternity Center.
NPR certification is required within 3 months of hire for Maternity Center.
ACLS or ALS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire for Critical Care Unit.
Must successfully complete dysrhythmia recognition test at initial department orientation for Critical Care Unit.
Must complete ACLS or ALS certification during orientation for Emergency Department.
Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course or PALS must be completed within one year of hire for Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms, and psychosocial needs.
Reassesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.
Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs and recognizes and responds to emergencies.
Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome.
Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
Utilizes appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
Participates in orientation of new staff.
Maintains a neat, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in the unit’s continuous quality improvement plan to improve organizational performance.
Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians, and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health.
Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and Johnson Memorial Health policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.