Perioperative RN - PreOp PACU Excellence

SCA Health; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

SCA Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PreOp PACU role in Tinley Park, IL. The RN will assess patients preoperatively and postoperatively, plan perianesthesia care, and administer medications safely.

Candidates should have PACU or preoperative experience, and hold an active RN license with BLS, ACLS, and PALS where applicable. The position offers engagement with a team of professionals dedicated to patient-centered care, with a focus on safety, quality, and evidence-based practice in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
• One year of Pre Operative or PACU experience required.
• Medical / surgical nursing experience.
• Current state licensure to practice within good standings.
• Successful completion of BLS/BCLS within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS Course within 90 days of employment.
• PALS course required when pediatric care is included within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA Health.
• Assess patient’s preoperative and postoperative status per policy.
• Interpret information from monitors.
• Describe pathophysiology of diseases.
• Describe anesthesia physiology and procedures.
• Develop an individualized perianesthesia plan of care.
• Implement care: recovery from anesthesia and related procedures.
• Provide hand-off reports and document care thoroughly.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

PreOp PACU experience

Medical-surgical nursing

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

State RN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

SCA Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PreOp PACU role in Tinley Park, IL. The RN will assess patients preoperatively and postoperatively, plan perianesthesia care, and administer medications safely.

Candidates should have PACU or preoperative experience, and hold an active RN license with BLS, ACLS, and PALS where applicable. The position offers engagement with a team of professionals dedicated to patient-centered care, with a focus on safety, quality, and evidence-based practice in a