PACU Post-Op RN - Day PRN

DHR Health; Brownsville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PRN Day shift in the BV PACU/Post Op area. The role delivers patient care via the nursing process and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications include Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS within 6 months, plus English proficiency and computer skills. Cross-training to similar areas and potential for charge nurse duties are offered within a supportive hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Texas RN license required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire.
• NRP certification within six months for Women’s Hospital employees.
• Willingness to be cross-trained for charge nurse.
• Willingness to become a preceptor after two years of nursing experience.
• English proficiency and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Performs family-centered evidence based nursing care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Implements physician’s orders in a safe and accurate manner.
• Assists with admitting, discharging and transferring patients.
• Transcribes and implements new physician orders.
• Adapts to the needs of the unit by demonstrating flexibility/adaptability.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of nursing actions.
• Participates in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching/emotional support for patients and significant others.
• Makes rounds on assigned patients and prioritizes patient’s needs.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment for patients and co-workers.
• Provides and receives reports in a status of patients at the change of shifts.
• Administers medication and therapies within the scope of safe nursing practice.
• Formulates, modifies and implements goal oriented patient care plans according to facility policies.
• Assumes responsibility to report clinical limitations or the need for assistance to the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Abides by the rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners
• Adheres to policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.
• Informs the charge nurse of any anticipated and/or actual issues/problems.
• Maintains current with all new policies and procedures published.
• Provides direction to non-licensed nursing staff in the delivery of patient care.
• Anticipates potential problems situations and intervenes to offset any adverse impact.
• Contacts the organ procurement organization in order to satisfy regulatory requirements for the determination of medical suitability for organ, tissue and eye donation; completes certificate of referral/request and places same in the medical record.
• Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork.
• Ensures the distribution and delivery of equipment/supplies as necessary.
• Flexibility in schedule to meet unit needs and weekend/holiday requirements.
• Plans and coordinates time schedule with peers to provide coverage.
• Participates in unit based council and/or hospital committees.
• Attends mandatory unit and hospital meetings/classes.
• Ensures care is delivered to each patient in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license TX

BLS certification

ACLS

PALS

NRP

Charge nurse training

Preceptor training

English proficiency

Computer skills

Education

BSN preferred

Registered Nurse license in Texas

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

NRP certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

DHR Health in Texas is seeking a Registered Nurse for a PRN Day shift in the BV PACU/Post Op area. The role delivers patient care via the nursing process and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualifications include Texas RN license, BLS, ACLS/PALS within 6 months, plus English proficiency and computer skills. Cross-training to similar areas and potential for charge nurse duties are offered within a supportive hospital environment.