Clinical Nurse - Interventional Radiology PACU

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Missouri is seeking a licensed RN to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, primarily focusing on interventional radiology cases and managing 34 pre/post-operative bays. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, promoting safety and compliance, educating patients and families, and collaborating with an interprofessional team.

A pre/post or critical care background is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license and appropriate nursing degree or diploma.
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment is required.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Experience in critical care or post-anesthesia care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient-centered care in PACU.
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance activities.
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans addressing needs.
• Educate patients and families and ensure effective communication across care settings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, focusing on interventional radiology cases and managing 34 pre/post-operative bays. The role includes assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, promoting safety, quality, and compliance. The nurse collaborates with an interprofessional team to develop individualized care plans, educates patients and families, and ensures effective communication across care settings. Critical thinking and clinical judgment are essential, with a preference for pre/post or critical care experience.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed RN with a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; Bachelor's preferred
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness as this is a safety-sensitive role
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills
• Experience in critical care or post-anesthesia care is preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient-centered care, including education on post-treatment management
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance activities
• Develop and communicate individualized care plans, addressing physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs
• Utilize advanced nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and barriers to involvement

Additional Information

The role offers professional growth opportunities through a career ladder, promotes leadership, and recognizes excellence in nursing. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and other resources to support well-being and career development.