PACU Registered Nurse PRN

United Surgical Partners International; Saint Helens (OR); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International is hiring a PRN PACU Registered Nurse at Columbia Endoscopy Surgery Center in Saint Helens, Oregon. This role involves providing crucial patient care for those recovering from anesthesia, with tasks including assessments, planning, and assisting physicians. Candidates must be graduates of accredited nursing programs with an active RN license in Ohio, along with required certifications in BLS and ACLS. Prior experience in PACU or Critical Care is preferred. Join a service-oriented environment focused on high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN school of nursing.
• Must have an active RN license in the state of Ohio.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care to individuals post-anesthesia.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with sedation and sterile techniques.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Nursing judgment

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN school of nursing

Active RN license in Ohio

Tools

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Columbia Endoscopy Surgery Center is hiring a PRN PACU Registered Nurse!

Columbia Endoscopy Surgery Center, a leading surgical facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and a service-oriented environment, is seeking a skilled and compassionate PRN PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. As a PACU RN you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth surgical operations.

Responsibilities

The PACU Registered Nurse provides continuity and quality nursing care for all patients, with continual evaluation of the patient’s condition to ensure safety, comfort, and privacy at all times. This role includes:

• Providing comprehensive patient care to individuals emerging from general anesthesia and/or sedation.
• Performing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for both patients and families in preparation for discharge.
• Assisting physicians as needed with tasks in the procedure rooms, including conscious sedation and utilizing sterile techniques as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN school of nursing.
• Active RN license in the state of Ohio.
• BLS and ACLS required (PALS if required by the center).
• 2 years of PACU or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on nursing judgment.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet patient and unit needs.