Full-Time Pacu RN (Hospital)

Surgery Partners•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Recovery Room provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in a same-day surgery setting. The RN assumes responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician orders, professional nursing standards, and facility policies. The role includes monitoring patient recovery, administering medications and treatments, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring appropriate utilization and charging of supplies used in patient care. The RN provides post-operative assessment and care, supports patients and families, collaborates with physicians and other healthcare providers, and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality. The position also includes inventory and resource management, participation in continuing education, and assisting with the orientation and training of new employees. The role requires working efficiently in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center environment while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Certification.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS Certification.
Strong post-anesthesia and post-operative patient assessment skills.
Ability to identify and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Knowledge of medication administration, side effects, and patient safety practices.
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to remain calm and function effectively during emergencies.
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Commitment to patient-centered care and confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Visual acuity and hearing ability sufficient to safely assess patients, communicate effectively, and perform essential job duties.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center environment while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Responsibilities

Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care for post-operative patients.
Monitor and document patients' physical and mental status throughout recovery.
Recognize and report symptoms, reactions, abnormalities, and changes in patient condition to appropriate healthcare providers.
Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments according to established protocols, including verifying orders, understanding intended actions and potential side effects, and documenting administration.
Assess and manage patients' pain and nausea needs appropriately.
Discharge post-operative patients according to facility policies and procedures.
Admit patients to the sit-up/recovery area as appropriate.
Provide psychological support and education to patients and their families.
Maintain effective working relationships with physicians and ancillary healthcare providers, and communicate with internal departments and external service providers involved in patient care.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely patient records and protect patient and employee privacy and confidentiality.
Function independently and effectively in emergencies and exercise sound clinical judgment under pressure.
Monitor use of supplies and medications, complete routine charging, and verify charge sheets for supplies used during patient care.
Maintain adequate supplies and a clean, organized work environment.
Maintain clinical competency through continuing education and professional development, and meet continuing education requirements for nursing license renewal.
Assist in orienting and training new employees and serve as a resource and mentor for team members regarding departmental policies and procedures.