Registered Nurse (RN) PACU Pediatrics
About The Position
The Pediatric PACU at Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for an experienced nurse to join their team. This is a full-time position. Schedule: 3x12 shifts to cover 0600-2030. This department cares for all types of pediatric patients that require surgical care or anesthesia for testing. They focus on the child and their family for education, preparation and recovery of all types of surgical and anesthetic procedures. The nurses are supported by Clinical Technician staff and Child Life Services. Pediatric PACU is open Monday through Friday 0600-2130. Staff are expected to float between PACU, Pre-Op and Peds Radiology. This will also include floating to the other Pre-Op and PACU departments, after orientation to those locations. They also share space with the Pediatric Procedure, Sedation Unit RN PACU
Requirements
- One year of critical care (ICU or ED) or PACU RN experience.
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN), must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
- RN license to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- BLS healthcare provider certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) required at hire.
- ACLS and PALS must be completed in the first 90 days.
Nice To Haves
- 2 or more years Pediatric critical care or PreOp/PACU nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Care for all types of pediatric patients requiring surgical care or anesthesia for testing.
- Focus on the child and their family for education, preparation, and recovery of surgical and anesthetic procedures.
- Float between PACU, Pre-Op, and Peds Radiology.
- Float to other Pre-Op and PACU departments after orientation.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Robust team member wellness program
- Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions for retirement
- Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
- Up to $10,000 for student loans
- 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person, per year, at no cost for team members, spouses/partners, and children
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
