PACU RN FT

Surgery Partners•Saratoga Springs, UT

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. This role monitors patient recovery, administers medications and treatments, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures appropriate utilization and charging of supplies used in patient care. The position requires post-operative patient assessment and monitoring, patient and family education and support, coordination with physicians and other healthcare providers, accurate and confidential documentation, and effective response to emergencies. The RN also helps manage supplies and medication charges, maintains a clean and organized work environment, supports continuing professional development, and assists with the orientation and training of new employees.

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 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 condition changes to appropriate healthcare providers.
Administer physician-ordered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols, including verifying valid orders, understanding intended actions and possible side effects, and documenting administration accurately.
Assess and appropriately manage patients' pain and nausea needs.
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 while protecting patient and employee privacy and confidentiality.
Function independently and effectively in emergencies and demonstrate sound clinical judgment under pressure.
Monitor the use of patient-care supplies and medications; complete routine charging and accurately verify charge sheets.
Maintain adequate supplies and a clean, organized work environment.
Maintain clinical competency through continuing education and professional development and meet nursing-license renewal education requirements.
Assist with orientation and training of new employees and serve as a resource and mentor regarding departmental policies and procedures.