PACU Registered Nurse - Recovery & Post-Op Care Expert

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role covers assessments, documentation, medication administration, and post-operative and procedural support, with a focus on safety, education, and compassionate care for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge of the nursing process and clinical practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and convey findings clearly.
• Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to documentation quality.
• Familiarity with safety standards, infection control, and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care per nursing process and policies.
• Performs thorough assessments and reports changes to the care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors adverse effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency scope.
• Educates patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Maintains infection control practices and safety of patients and staff.
• Documents care thoroughly and participates in performance improvement.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Team communication

Documentation accuracy

Safety & infection control

Job description

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

The role covers assessments, documentation, medication administration, and post-operative and procedural support, with a focus on safety, education, and compassionate care for patients and families.