Registered Nurse - PACU / SCC
About The Position
Thompson Health is hiring an experienced Registered Nurse for its Post Anesthesia Care Unit/Surgical Care Center (PACU/SCC) in the Finger Lakes region. The role provides perioperative nursing care to patients and families, including pre-surgical and post-surgical patients, and supports patient activities and education related to the perioperative experience. The nurse coordinates ancillary personnel, upholds professional nursing standards, and works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team. The position is full time on a day/evening shift with some on-call responsibility. Thompson Health describes its culture as empowering and supportive of staff growth and contributions. Interdisciplinary teams work together to improve care, and employees are encouraged to share suggestions and ideas. The posted pay range is $38.00–$50.00 per hour; starting pay is based on experience.
Requirements
- NYS-licensed registered nurse.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- ACLS certification within one year.
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing, with an AAS or BSN.
- Good communication skills and customer-service skills.
- Reliability and flexibility.
Nice To Haves
- PALS certification.
- CPAN or CAPA certification.
- At least two years of medical/surgical experience.
- Cardiac monitoring experience.
- Critical care experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide direction and guidance for patient activities and teaching related to the perioperative experience.
- Coordinate activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing practice.
- Provide nursing care to patients and families in the perioperative setting, including pre-surgical and post-surgical patients.
- Work independently and demonstrate flexibility in decision-making and prioritizing assignments and nursing interventions.
- Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Participate actively in unit- and department-level nursing councils and committees, demonstrating leadership skills.
- Live the CARES values.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year
- Contribution and match on retirement plan
- Five weeks of paid time off
- Access to Success coaches
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
