Registered Nurse, RN PACU

Surgery Partners, Inc•Chicago, IL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the provision of nursing care to patients in a same-day surgery setting. Assumes total responsibility for patient care in accordance with physician’s orders and center policies. Monitors and controls the use of and charging for supplies utilized in the center.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Registered Nurse License
Current American Heart Assn. BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications

Nice To Haves

2 years PACU ASC experience preferred
Orthopaedic experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for post-operative patients.
Records and reports to appropriate persons all symptoms, reactions, abnormalities and changes in the physical and/or mental conditions of the post-operative patients.
Administers medications and treatments ordered by the physicians.
Cares for and discharges post-operative patients according to facility policies.
Accurately assesses the need for pain and/or nausea medication.
Ensures intended actions and side effects of medications are known.
Documents medications administered.
Maintains patient and employee privacy and confidential information.
Provides psychological support to patients and/or families.
Maintains rapport with physicians and other departments providing care for the patients.
Admits patients to the sit-up area.
Performs routine charging of medications and supplies.
Accurately checks charge sheets for supplies used on patients.
Functions independently in emergency situations.
Makes logical quick decisions based on sound judgment.
Maintains competence through continuing education.
Meets requirements for CEU re-licensure.
Assists in the orientation of new employees with factual information regarding current departmental policies.
Acts as a resource for new employees.
Maintains supplies and cleanliness in the work environment.