Rn Jobs in Tacoma, VA

About The Position

Requirements

• Current, active Registered Nurse license issued by the applicable State Board of Nursing.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
• Ability to make sound and reasonable clinical decisions.
• Ability to concentrate on individual patient care and remain calm under pressure.
• Accountability, professionalism, adaptability, and openness to change.
• Ability to manage stressful situations with tact and professionalism.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with physicians, hospital partners, and ASC staff.
• Working knowledge of computers and internet applications.
• Ability to learn and use electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other healthcare software applications.
• Visual and hearing abilities sufficient to safely perform patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-procedure assessments and develop individualized plans of care based on patients’ physical, psychosocial, cultural, safety, pain-management, and educational needs.
• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and provide pre-operative education and instructions.
• Document assessments and care plans accurately and thoroughly in the medical record.
• Assess and monitor post-anesthesia and sedated patients throughout their PACU stay.
• Provide post-operative pain management and comfort measures.
• Assess readiness for discharge and ensure patients and caregivers understand discharge instructions and follow-up care requirements.
• Document post-operative care and interventions in the medical record.
• Recognize potential emergencies and respond using clinical judgment and professional expertise.
• Maintain knowledge of anesthesia techniques and associated complications, signs and symptoms of impending shock, respiratory compromise, and airway management.
• Comply with facility policies for patient safety, infection prevention and control, and risk management, as well as applicable CMS, State, CDC, and AAAHC standards and regulations.
• Communicate effectively and interact professionally, courteously, and respectfully with patients, physicians, coworkers, and guests.
• Work with colleagues, supervisors, physicians, and hospital partners to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of patient care.
• Support clinical and non-clinical team members and assist as needed to promote smooth daily operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities