Registered Nurse Post Anesthesia Care Unit

adventhealth; Tarpon Springs (FL); On-site; USD 4,388,000 - 7,329,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Tarpon Springs is seeking a dedicated RN to participate in direct patient care across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations in the PACU. You will assess and reassess patient conditions, communicate with care teams, and ensure safe, timely documentation and care delivery.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient status, interpreting post-operative changes, and maintaining infection control standards while stocking and maintaining PACU equipment.

Qualifications

• Active Florida RN license required.
• 1+ year PACU/critical care experience preferred.
• Strong IV skills and patient assessment abilities.
• Experience with medical records systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across geriatric to pediatric populations in the PACU.
• Interpret and adjust care plans based on patient data.
• Monitor and interpret all PACU monitoring devices.
• Document using the nursing process for accurate patient records.
• Assist in infection control and equipment maintenance.
• Support unit goals and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Advanced IV skill set

Experience with medical records system

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance


• Paid Time Off from Day One


• 403-B Retirement Plan


• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave


• Career Development


• Whole Person Well-being Resources


• Mental Health Resources and Support


• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1395 S PINELLAS AVE

City:

TARPON SPRINGS

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34689

Job Description:

Participates in direct patient care across geriatric, adult, adolescent, and pediatric populations, analyzing and interpreting patient-specific information to assess and reassess individual nursing care plans. Demonstrates critical thinking skills when interpreting changes in patients' immediate post-operative conditions. Communicates patient information to all appropriate caregivers to ensure effective continuum of care. Manages and interprets all patient monitoring devices in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) environment competently. Provides accurate, timely documentation, utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver competent, effective, cost-efficient patient care. Participates in the revision and review of unit-specific policies and procedures, actively engaging in unit goals and performance improvement. Maintains appropriate infection control measures and ensures a safe patient environment. Assists in the care and maintenance of equipment and stocks the unit with supplies. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer proficiency [Required]


• Excellent communication skills [Required]


• Advanced IV skill set [Preferred]


• Experience with medical records system [Preferred]

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]


• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ years critical care acute hospital experience [Preferred]


• 1+ years post anesthesia experience [Preferred]


• 1+ years experience as a Registered Nurse in a PACU or critical care setting [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]


• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$31.85 - $52.76

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.