PACU RN II/III: Growth, Competitive Pay, Flexible Shifts

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse II for the PACU unit. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and supervise individualized care in coordination with physicians and the health care team, adapting care to patient age and development. You may rotate to other nursing units as needed.

The role requires an ASN with CA RN licensure and current BLS, with at least 12 months of acute care experience. Certification in pharmacology/EKG testing may be required during hire.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• California RN license required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association standards required.
• Twelve (12) or more months of RN experience in an acute care setting.

Responsibilities

• Completes nursing assessment of patient and documents into patient record.
• Develops a plan of care based on assessment and patient age/development.
• Collaborates with physicians and health team in care planning.
• Provides, delegates, and coordinates the plan of care.
• Initiates and participates in discharge planning and patient/family teaching.
• Demonstrates evidence-based nursing skills per policies and procedures.
• Evaluates patient response to care and updates plan accordingly.
• Maintains professional standards and participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Positive communication

Collaborative care

Preceptor & charge nurse

Education

ASN Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse II for the PACU unit. The nurse will assess, plan, implement, and supervise individualized care in coordination with physicians and the health care team, adapting care to patient age and development. You may rotate to other nursing units as needed.

The role requires an ASN with CA RN licensure and current BLS, with at least 12 months of acute care experience. Certification in pharmacology/EKG testing may be required during hire.