Registered Nurse Preop/PACU - PRN
About The Position
The Preop/PACU Registered Nurse provides compassionate, individualized nursing care to patients and their families in collaboration with providers, staff, and other team members. The role is PRN or as needed and is eligible for a 16% PRN differential. The nurse works in both PreOP and PACU, oversees patient flow, provides education and discharge instructions, administers medications and treatments, assists with procedures, and documents care accurately. The role includes taking call independently, responding to postoperative emergencies, and delivering relationship-based care that supports patient safety, preferences, and communication. The nurse is expected to follow regulatory requirements, ASPAN standards, HIPAA requirements, and the principles of a Just Culture.
Requirements
- One year of RN experience.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Colorado or in a valid compact state.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- At least an Associate Nursing Degree for positions hired after 07/01/2018.
Nice To Haves
- Acute care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily patient flow to optimize patient care, safety, and satisfaction.
- Provide patient education to facilitate the plan of care, promote wellness, and give discharge instructions for home care.
- Delegate and provide care appropriately and according to regulatory requirements.
- Provide competent PreOP/PACU nursing care to patients of all types and age groups with minimal supervision.
- Administer medications, perform treatments, and assist with procedures while adhering to patient safety guidelines.
- Complete patient documentation and paperwork accurately.
- Work in both PreOP and PACU and take call independently.
- Assume new assignments with competence and the necessary skillset aligned with ASPAN standards.
- Identify abnormalities and perform necessary interventions during postoperative emergencies.
- Advocate for safety and patient preferences and support optimal communication by partnering with patients and families through Relationship-Based Care.
- Role-model the principles of a Just Culture.
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with HIPAA.
Benefits
- Eligible for a 16% PRN differential.
- Wellbeing reimbursement funds.
- 403(b) contribution eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
