Pre-Op/PACU RN (Full Time) 32 hours

Surgery Partners, Inc; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pre-Operative/Post-Operative Registered Nurse to join their team in Anchorage. This role involves delivering high-quality peri-operative care, ensuring patient safety, and adhering to professional nursing standards. You will be responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide exceptional service. If you are passionate about patient care and ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Plan

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with current licensure.
• At least two years of experience in ICU, ER, or critical care nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum.
• Communicate changes in patient status to physicians and family members.

Skills

Critical Care Nursing

Effective Communication

Patient Assessment

Regulatory Knowledge

Delegation Skills

Education

Nursing Program Graduate

Tools

CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

The Pre-Operative/Post-Operative Registered Nurse, under the supervision of the PACU Manager or the Director of Nursing, is responsible for providing peri-operative patient care in accordance with sound nursing judgment, regulatory and accreditation standards, and the facility's mission, vision, and values. The position must provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to facility policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Delegates appropriately while directing and supervising ancillary personnel in planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating patient care in the pre-operative/post-operative clinical areas according to accepted standards.
• Provides direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrates clinical competence.
• Participates in service recovery by addressing issues proactively, keeping customers informed, and providing comfort, information, and assistance during the process.
• Reviews daily schedules and prepares patient care areas based on procedures and specific patient needs.
• Communicates changes in patient status to physicians, family members, and staff as necessary.
• Performs physical and psycho/social assessments and develops pre-operative care plans, including obtaining informed consent.
• Completes and documents pre-operative interviews, reviews diagnostic results, and notifies physicians and staff of variances or concerns.
• Completes post-anesthesia records, ensures patients meet discharge criteria, and provides post-operative instructions.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Ability:

• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with current licensure.
• At least two years of experience in ICU, Emergency Room, Recovery Room, or critical care nursing.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards.
• Ability to obtain CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications within 60 days of employment.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Willingness to participate in professional development activities.
• Adherence to professional nursing standards.
• Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Plan and 401(k) with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Workforce Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and nondiscrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected status. We strive to promote a multicultural workplace and comply with all applicable laws.

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