Perioperative RN (PACU/ODS) – Lead & Mentor

Waterbury Hospital; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the ODS/PACU to coordinate pre-operative and post-anesthesia patient care. You will practice, delegate, and collaborate with the care team across neonate to older adult populations, reporting to the ODS/PACU Manager.

Requirements include CT RN license, ACLS/BLS, and strong communication. You will mentor staff, ensure quality care, and participate in perioperative practice improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited RN program.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Nursing Process – provides quality care using the nursing process for pre- and post-operative patients.
• Leadership – demonstrates leadership and collaborates with the care team to meet patient needs.
• Professional Behavior – acts as a professional role model and promotes culturally sensitive care.
• Quality – participates in quality initiatives and adheres to standards of care.
• Competency – maintains clinical competencies for pre-assessment, pre-op, and PACU areas.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

Communication skills

Mentor/preceptor

Team collaboration

Education

RN program graduate

Job description

Waterbury Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for the ODS/PACU to coordinate pre-operative and post-anesthesia patient care. You will practice, delegate, and collaborate with the care team across neonate to older adult populations, reporting to the ODS/PACU Manager.

Requirements include CT RN license, ACLS/BLS, and strong communication. You will mentor staff, ensure quality care, and participate in perioperative practice improvement in a fast-paced environment.