RN Perioperative Casual

Independence Health System Careers • Clarion, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a PACU Nurse who will be responsible for observing patients for side effects of anesthesia, monitoring and recording vital signs, and tracking the patient's level of consciousness during sedation recovery. The role also involves performing post-operative tasks, administering medication, changing dressings, updating patient records, and collaborating with the surgical and medical team. Additionally, the nurse will provide comfort to patients waking from sedation, answer questions, and educate patients and families on post-surgery care.

Requirements

• Graduate of a State board approved program of Professional nursing.
• Holds a current Pennsylvania State License as a Registered Nurse.
• Certified in basic CPR, ACLS, and PALS.
• Maintains position specific skills and competencies as required on an annual basis.
• Maintains CEU's appropriate to discipline in order to maintain Licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Critical Care experience preferred.
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment.
• Good eye for detail while monitoring patients.
• Ability to quickly notify medical personnel regarding abnormal side effects or changes in patients condition.
• Proficiency with hospital management systems, such as Meditech Expanse.

Responsibilities

• Observing patients for side effects of anesthesia.
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs.
• Monitoring patient's level of consciousness throughout sedation recovery.
• Performing post-operative tasks, such as administering medication or changing dressings.
• Checking and updating patient files, charts, and medical records.
• Collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists, physicians, and other members of the patient's care team.
• Providing comfort and answering questions when patients wake from sedation.
• Educating patients and families regarding post-surgery care at home.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees