PACU Registered Nurse: Post-Anesthesia Care & Team Impact

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care within the assigned care setting. The role involves collaboration with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires RN licensure with BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS is preferred. The nurse will focus on quality care, patient safety, and lifelong learning in a hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• RN licensure; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certification may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately and accurately based on their medical condition.
• Administers medications as prescribed with knowledge of ordered drugs.
• Provides care suited to the patient’s condition and age, including basic self-care activities.
• Teaches patient/family using a plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a registered nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care within the assigned care setting. The role involves collaboration with physicians, leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

The position requires RN licensure with BLS certification within 14 days of hire; ACLS/PALS is preferred. The nurse will focus on quality care, patient safety, and lifelong learning in a hospital environment.