Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Advocate Health•Lexington, NC

6d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) provides patient-centered nursing care across the continuum of care. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions; adjusts care plans; mobilizes resources; and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The nurse promotes safety, applies evidence-based practices, maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols. The nurse contributes to unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; communicates and collaborates effectively with colleagues; delegates appropriately; and maintains professional development and required certifications. The role may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served. This is a part-time position in the PACU at Lexington Medical Center. The schedule is Monday through Friday with call. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Benefits eligibility is listed as no; eligibility for programs described by the employer may vary by employment status or FTE.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
May be required to complete Physical Abilities Testing.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, involving patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
May safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
May float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
Provide care suited to the age-specific and developmental needs of patients served.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.