PACU/ Post-Op Registered Nurse Full Time

USPI•Indianapolis, IN

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Specialty Surgery Center is a free-standing orthopedic outpatient surgery center located on the southwest side of Indianapolis. Midwest specializes in total joint replacement of the hip, knee, and shoulder as well as general orthopedic surgery. We are offering up to a $5,000 Sign- On Bonus! We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team that would work with patients after orthopedic surgery prior to discharge. The ideal candidate for this position will be a highly motivated, fast-learning professional who is able to multi-task effectively and maintain a good attitude and patience. _ A typical day would include caring for 3-4 post-op patients per shift. This nurse cares for the patient from the time they leave PACU until they leave the facility. Primary duties would be education for patient and family prior to discharge as well as assessing that patient is safe to discharge home. _You will not take call. You will not work weekends or holidays. Hours may vary from time to time, based on patient needs for the day. Typically, hours are 8-6:30pm. At times shifts may run later depending on when patients are ready to discharge.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
Active RN license in the state.
ACLS Required
Ability to make decisions based on nursing judgment.
Able to prioritize and organize workload to meet needs of patients and unit.
Strong communication skills, verbal and written.

Responsibilities

Caring for 3-4 post-op patients per shift
Cares for the patient from the time they leave PACU until they leave the facility
Education for patient and family prior to discharge
Assessing that patient is safe to discharge home