RN PACU
About The Position
Southcoast Health is seeking a registered nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The position is scheduled for 24 hours, with day shifts and an on-call rotation that includes weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Start times vary: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., or 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Under the direction of the Manager, Patient Services, or a designee, the RN coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching, and provides leadership through collaboration with ancillary nursing staff and other patient-care team members. The RN helps maintain professional nursing practice standards and applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care for the age groups regularly served. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit health system serving Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The organization describes its workplaces as inclusive and ethical and highlights its commitment to caregivers, patients, and the community.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or equivalent.
- Current RN licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are required.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for and sign a statement requesting exemption for medical or personal reasons.
Nice To Haves
- Three months of experience preferred.
- PACU or critical care experience preferred.
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate total nursing care for patients.
- Participate in patient and family teaching.
- Provide leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing staff and other patient-care team personnel.
- Help maintain standards for professional nursing practice within the assigned patient-care unit.
- Provide care appropriate to the age groups of patients regularly served.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous Earned Time Off package.
- Employee Wellbeing Program.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Tuition assistance and Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
