Registered Nurse, PACU/SDS

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PACU/SDS department in Zion, Illinois. This role involves direct patient care, including pre-operative assessments and post-operative management of surgical patients. Candidates should have nursing licensure, acute care experience, and certifications in BLS and ACLS. You'll join a dedicated team focused on delivering compassionate care and supporting patients through their surgical journey.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for continuing education

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of acute care experience required.
• Licensure in the state of practice essential.
• BLS certification must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Assess and administer pre and post-operative medications for surgical patients.
• Develop individualized care plans using the nursing process.
• Direct care delivery by other clinicians.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Patient Care

Delegation

Critical Thinking

Education

Graduation from NLNAC or CCNE-accredited School of Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse, PACU/SDS

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

To assess, evaluate, implement, collect data, document, monitor, administer pre and post-operative medications to all surgical patients. Directs the care delivered by other licensed and unlicensed clinicians. Assist with physicians with procedures. Prioritize care for all types of surgical patients.

The successful candidate:

• Must be able to work full-time Monday-Friday 0730-1600 with required call rotation.

• Provide individualized care to geriatric and adult patients and their families within a relationship-based care framework.

• Develop an individualized plan of care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Independently guide nursing practice and evaluate patient-specific outcomes.

• Inspire clinical excellence through effective delegation and exercise of independent judgment.

• Use effective communication to foster a culture of caring and healing, with the patient and family as central focus.

• Address physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs of patients, coordinating care with other healthcare professionals, patients, support persons, and team members.

• Assess, evaluate, implement, collect data, document, monitor, and administer pre- and post-operative medications for all surgical patients.

• Direct care delivery by licensed and unlicensed clinicians.

• Assist physicians with procedures.

• Prioritize care for all surgical patient types.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• 1-2 years of acute care experience

• Graduation from an NLNAC or CCNE-accredited School of Nursing, and licensure in the state of practice

• Maintain BLS certification while in this position

• Obtain OCN Certification within 18 months of hire, or complete 36 CE credits in Oncology every 3-year Cancer Commission cycle, with 12 CE credits annually (Surgical Services exempt)

• Obtain ACLS certification upon hire or by end of orientation, and maintain it while in position

• Recognize cardiac arrhythmias and institute appropriate interventions (Telemetry)

• Be able to respond to the hospital within 60 minutes

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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