Pre-Op/PACU RN - Life-Saving Surgical Care

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is a healthcare system seeking a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct patient care using the nursing process and uphold ANA ethics. This role requires current RN licensure in Missouri or a Compact state, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification, with BSN preferred.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, family teaching, and accurate documentation to ensure quality outcomes and safety across the perioperative continuum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing preferred.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care using the nursing process and demonstrates clinical competence.
• Administers medications, performs nursing interventions, and provides patient and family teaching.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and efficiently to support quality measures.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to physicians and care team to improve outcomes.
• Delegates appropriately to team members while maintaining teamwork and accountability.

Skills

Nursing skills

Education

BSN preferred

RN license Missouri/Compact

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Phelps Health is a healthcare system seeking a PreOp/PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct patient care using the nursing process and uphold ANA ethics. This role requires current RN licensure in Missouri or a Compact state, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification, with BSN preferred.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, family teaching, and accurate documentation to ensure quality outcomes and safety across the perioperative continuum.