PACU RN: Post-Op Care & Recovery Champion

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

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, collaborate with the care team, and support positive patient outcomes. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols and physician orders, infection control, and patient education.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, medication administration, and emergency response within scope of practice.

Qualifications

• RN license required in state or compact license.
• BCLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred.
• NRP certification preferred for neonatal care.
• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Assist physicians during procedures within competency.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.
• Document care thoroughly in medical records and maintain chart accuracy.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in life-saving efforts as needed.
• Participate in audits, performance improvement, and team collaboration.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

CPR/Code response

Care planning

Documentation

Education

RN license

BCLS

ACLS (preferred)

PALS (preferred)

NRP (preferred)

Job description

Community Health Systems in Indiana is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, collaborate with the care team, and support positive patient outcomes. The role emphasizes adherence to clinical protocols and physician orders, infection control, and patient education.

Responsibilities include assessments, documentation, medication administration, and emergency response within scope of practice.