PACU RN: Post-Op Recovery Specialist (Full-Time)

Northern Nevada Health System; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work env.

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and…

401(K) with company match and stock

Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sierra Medical Center, part of Northern Nevada Health System, seeks a Registered Nurse PACU to deliver direct patient care across the surgical population. You will monitor patients in the immediate postoperative phase, coordinate with surgeons and anesthesiologists, and participate in performance improvement activities.

The ideal candidate is a Nevada-licensed RN with BLS (ACLS preferred), two years’ PACU or acute care experience, and a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
• Current Nevada nursing license.
• Current BLS certificate.
• Two years minimum of nursing experience.
• ACLS required.
• Handle with Care (or obtained within six months of employment) in required speciality.
• Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates supportive behaviors necessary for bedside report using IMAP & SBAR.
• Head-to-toe pre-procedure assessment on all patients and reassess post-procedure as needed.
• Formulate an individualized plan of care and evaluate effectiveness.
• Assess and reassess pain; utilize appropriate pain management techniques.
• Educate patient and family regarding pain management.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Pain management

Education

Nevada RN license

NLN-approved RN program

Job description

Sierra Medical Center, part of Northern Nevada Health System, seeks a Registered Nurse PACU to deliver direct patient care across the surgical population. You will monitor patients in the immediate postoperative phase, coordinate with surgeons and anesthesiologists, and participate in performance improvement activities.

The ideal candidate is a Nevada-licensed RN with BLS (ACLS preferred), two years’ PACU or acute care experience, and a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care in a