PACU RN: Postoperative Recovery Specialist

North Canyon Network of Care; Gooding (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

North Canyon Network of Care is seeking a PACU RN to manage the admitting, recovery, transferring and discharge processes for surgical patients. The role covers preoperative interventions through postoperative evaluation with emphasis on patient safety and evidence-based care.

The ideal candidate holds an Idaho RN license, BLS and ACLS, and is prepared to obtain PALS within a year. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced unit.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in state of Idaho.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Ability to work well with physicians, employees, patients, and others.
• Obtain PALS certification within one year of hire.
• Ability to work with patients’ growth and development needs, particularly related to their age in the unit.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain clinical competency for the unit.
• Ability to manage a challenging work environment.
• Ability and willingness to exhibit behaviors consistent with performance improvement and organizational values (efficiency, safety, teamwork, compassion, integrity).
• Excellent communication skills including oral and written comprehension and expression.
• Ability to exhibit behaviors consistent with service excellence.

Responsibilities

• The PACU RN is responsible for admitting, recovery, transferring and discharging of the patient.
• Provide direct and indirect nursing care from preoperative intervention to postoperative evaluation.

Job description

North Canyon Network of Care is seeking a PACU RN to manage the admitting, recovery, transferring and discharge processes for surgical patients. The role covers preoperative interventions through postoperative evaluation with emphasis on patient safety and evidence-based care.

The ideal candidate holds an Idaho RN license, BLS and ACLS, and is prepared to obtain PALS within a year. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in this fast-paced unit.