PACU Registered Nurse
JOB SUMMARY
The PACU Registered Nurse independently plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care in patient care situations using standards of care and policy and procedure.
Provides direct nursing care in patient care situations using standards of care and policy and procedure. Provide direct nursing care to patients.
Assumes teaching and leadership responsibilities. Participates in unit committee and quality improvement activities. Need minimal supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Able to locate and document medical and nursing patient care information in the electronic or paper medical record.
- Performs thorough admission assessment, utilizes appropriate interview techniques to obtain history within the time frame of unit policy and provides appropriate intervention.
- Delivers patient care and treatment using problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of medication dosages for patient population served. Administers medication safely and accurately, and utilizes available resources when questions arise.
- Initiates and coordinates patient / family teaching using individualized effective teaching methods.
- Evaluates outcomes of care to determine if patient needs were met.
- Computerized documentation and paper forms completed fully; no blanks left and are legible.
- Provides feedback regarding problems and complaints and offers constructive suggestions. Uses chain-of-command for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
- Follows hospital standards related to Kronos system.
- Accepts responsibility for own learning needs. Attends courses and in-services offered. Maintains clinical skills specifically required on unit.
Maintains knowledge of current policies.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida. Experience as required in posting for dept.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Intermediate computer knowledge : Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
See specific requirements for each specialty area : Pre-Op - 1 year acute care RN experience required, Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
PACU - 1-2 years critical care RN experience required, Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association for North Naples Campus and must be acquired within first 90 days.