PACU - Clinical Nurse (Part-Time)

Azza HealthCare Agency; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care in the PACU, performing assessments, developing care plans, and coordinating post-operative care according to nursing standards.

You will educate patients and families, participate in safety and quality activities, and collaborate with the care team to ensure compassionate, holistic recovery.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred
• RN licensure required
• Experience in PACU, ED, or ICU preferred; no prior experience necessary
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work alertly and safely in a clinical environment

Responsibilities

• Monitor and care for post-operative patients in the PACU
• Educate patients and families on care management and medication
• Participate in safety, quality, and compliance activities
• Develop and document individualized care plans
• Assess patient needs holistically, considering emotional and cultural factors

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

RN licensure

Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree

Job description

Provides direct patient care activities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing care standards. Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs. Ensures patient safety, participates in professional development, and collaborates with the healthcare team to develop and communicate individualized care plans. Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences and cultural considerations. Adheres to safety protocols as this is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred
• RN licensure required
• Experience in PACU, ED, or ICU preferred; no prior experience necessary
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work alertly and safely in a clinical environment

Key Duties

• Monitor and care for post-operative patients in the PACU
• Educate patients and families on care management and medication
• Participate in safety, quality, and compliance activities
• Develop and document individualized care plans
• Assess patient needs holistically, considering emotional and cultural factors