PACU Nurse

Unit Description: The Pre/Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN is responsible for the delivery of care to patients using the nursing process to access, plan, deliver care and evaluate the outcomes.  This RN assures a coordinated perioperative experience for patients before, during and after surgical/invasive procedures.  The focus of patient care will encompass pre-procedure preparation, intra procedure patient monitoring and physician assistance, post procedure critical evaluation, anticipation and prevention of complications, effective pain management, and patient/family education. 

The Perioperative Services Float RN will become competent in two of the three areas of Perioperative Services:  Operating Room Circulating Nurse, Pre/Post Nurse, or Endoscopy Nurse.

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
• Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.
• Completion of CVPH critical care course or a passing grade on the challenge exam within six (6) months.
• Minimum two years med/surg nursing experience required.  Critical Care experience preferred.
• Must be able to take call as scheduled.
• ACLS required – PALS within 12 months.
• Requires excellent customer service and communication skills including voice control/tone, body language, manners, attitude, accuracy in listening with attention to detail.
• Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
• Competent in IV therapy and venipuncture.
• Ability to anticipate, prioritize, perform and complete multiple job responsibilities in a timely manner.
• Previous experience in Periop Services will be considered first.

On call: As scheduled
 

Incentives: $10,000 sign on bonus, prorated for part-time