Per Diem RN: Pre-Anesthesia Testing & Care

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for per diem Pre-Anesthesia Testing. The nurse coordinates patient care using the nursing process, ensuring safety and well-being across shifts.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, histories, care plans, rounds, and communicating with physicians. Requires ARizona RN license and BLS; Bachelor's degree preferred and EP/ACLS as applicable. Per diem schedule; day shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of nursing experience in acute care preferred.
• Current RN licensure in Arizona and BLS certification required; additional certifications may be required per department.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with specialists as needed and adjusts nursing care to ensure safe patient care.
• Writes or obtains initial nursing histories, assesses patients' conditions and develops care plans; maintains documentation.
• Receives and reviews shift reports; conducts rounds and notes patients' condition.
• Notifies physicians regarding unusual events requiring direct consultation.
• Educates patients and families, reinforces instructional needs and safety.
• Maintains adherence to policies, safety standards and organizational values.

Skills

Direct patient care

Critical care procedures

12-lead EKG interpretation

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Tucson Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for per diem Pre-Anesthesia Testing. The nurse coordinates patient care using the nursing process, ensuring safety and well-being across shifts.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, histories, care plans, rounds, and communicating with physicians. Requires ARizona RN license and BLS; Bachelor's degree preferred and EP/ACLS as applicable. Per diem schedule; day shift.