Pacu RN - PRN

National Kidney Partners; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

National Kidney Partners, located in Largo, FL, is seeking a PRN PACU RN to provide individualized nursing care during the recovery period. Responsibilities include performing post-operative assessments, administering medications, and providing discharge education to patients and families.

The ideal candidate must have an RN license in Florida, at least 2 years of RN experience, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Previous PACU experience is required and afternoon/Friday availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Previous PACU experience required.
• Availability of shifts will vary; afternoon and Friday availability is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform post-operative assessments of patients.
• Provide individualized nursing care during recovery.
• Administer medications per physician orders.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

RN license in Florida

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

We are a busy, multispecialty ambulatory surgery center in Largo, FL looking for a PRN PACU RN to join our team.

Duties

• Perform an appropriate post-operative assessment of the patient as indicated by their procedure and physician orders.
• Provide safe, individualized nursing care during the recovery period for each patient.
• Administer medications and perform documentation in accordance with physician orders and clinical policies.
• Provide appropriate discharge education and guidelines to patients and their families.

Requirements

• RN license in the state of Florida.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Previous PACU experience required.
• Availability of shifts will vary; afternoon and Friday availability is highly desired.

Skills

• Ability to collaborate and work as a team with staff, physicians, and other allied health professionals.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Effective communication skills with patients and family members.