Surgicenter - RN - Full Time

Job Description

Job Title : Registered Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Status : Full Time

Hours : Variable

Reports to : Team Leader / SurgiCenter Director

Purpose of Job : Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the post-anesthesia care unit and other areas of perioperative services for all patient populations.

Qualifications :

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a current Tennessee nursing license
• Basic Life Support certified required; ACLS & PALS recommended.
• Previous experience in a PACU setting (1 year minimum) recommended.
• Must be in overall good health with satisfactory hearing and eyesight; must be able to bend reach, and lift 50 lbs. using good body mechanics.
• Must be able to work forty (40) hours per week and overtime as deemed necessary by the supervisor
• Must be self-motivated, professional and maintain a positive attitude
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills

Primary Responsibilities :

1. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

2. Assesses patient's postoperative status at intervals according to facility or health care organization policies and procedures to include the patient's

a. cardiovascular system,

b. respiratory system and airway management needs,

c. neurological system,

d. hemodynamic stability,

e. pain and comfort needs, and

f. mental status.

3. Interprets information accurately from various noninvasive and invasive monitors.

4. Describes the physiology associated with various anesthesia techniques and surgical or procedural interventions.

5. Applies the relevant scoring system / discharge criteria for patient transfer (Post Anesthesia Recovery PAR) score accurately as defined by organizational policy.

6. Develops an individualized peri-anesthesia plan of care.

7. Implements the plan of care including the following interventions :

r. providing age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice; and

s. providing consistent and comparable care regardless of the setting.

8. Evaluates the patient's progress toward attaining outcomes.

9. Transfers care as needed.

10. Delegates tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or professional registration requirements, state laws, and job descriptions.

11. Documents nursing care completely, accurately, and legibly.

12. Collaborates effectively with other disciplines as needed.

13. Participates in quality review and performance improvement projects.

14. Participates in the performance appraisal process.

15. Uses critical thinking, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.

16. Maintains required competencies.

17. Pursues professional growth.

18. Communicates pertinent information and suggestions to team leader.

19. Prioritizes tasks by importance and demand.

20. Follows employee handbook guidelines in regards to sick time, vacation, and dress code.

21. Assists with orientation of new personnel.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements :

Note : Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities at any time.