Part-Time RN: Pre/Post & PACU Care Specialist

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a part-time RN (0.6 FTE) for Pre/Post/PACU care in a 25-bay unit. The role involves preparing patients for surgery and recovering them from anesthesia, with a monthly call rotation.

The RN delivers patient-centered care, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, and upholds safety and infection control standards. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medications, documenting care, educating patients/families,

Qualifications

• RN license in Indiana or a compact state.
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• PACU or perioperative care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care using the nursing process.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to plan and implement care.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and post-discharge steps.
• Document care thoroughly in the medical record and maintain chart accuracy.
• Assist during procedures and respond to medical emergencies as needed.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

CPR/BLS

Infection control

Documentation

Job description

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a part-time RN (0.6 FTE) for Pre/Post/PACU care in a 25-bay unit. The role involves preparing patients for surgery and recovering them from anesthesia, with a monthly call rotation.

The RN delivers patient-centered care, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, and upholds safety and infection control standards. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medications, documenting care, educating patients/families,