REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - OP/PACU (Internal - Secondary Position) INTERNAL

Cody-Regional-Health; Cody (WY); Vor Ort; USD 75.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Cody Regional Health in Cody, WY is seeking an Registered Nurse for Outpatient Services/PACU in the Surgical Services department. The role requires current Wyoming RN licensure and provides care across pre-op, PACU, and post-op settings, with emphasis on patient education and safe discharge.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of acute care or surgical services experience, knowledge of perioperative principles, and the ability to work calmly under pressure.

Qualifikationen

• Wyoming RN license required; National perioperative certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in acute care or surgical services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work professionally under pressure.

Aufgaben

• Provide safe preparation, education, and discharge for outpatient procedures.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate patients in pre-op, PACU, and post-op settings.
• Monitor hemodynamics and rhythms; respond using ACLS/PALS guidance.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation and patient education; coordinate with care team.
• Maintain clean, stocked rooms and assist with patient transfers.

Kenntnisse

Confidentiality

Perioperative nursing

Aseptic technique

Stress management

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

EMAR

Patient education

Time management

Jobbeschreibung

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - OP/PACU (Internal - Secondary Position) INTERNAL

Cody Regional Health · SURGICAL SERVICES

Cody , WY

Nursing

Internal Secondary (no guaranteed hrs) , Days

Posted 09/30/2026

JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse - Outpatient Services/ PACU
DEPARTMENT: Surgical Services
REPORTS TO: Surgical Services Director

JOB SUMMARY

The Outpatient Services/PACU Nurse is responsible for the safe preparation, education, and discharge of the patient scheduled for a procedure. Responsibility includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of the patient in outpatient services, pre-op, post-op, PACU, and procedural sedation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Current Wyoming licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. National perioperative certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer at least 2 years of experience in an acute care or surgical services area.

SKILLS

• Must possess a high degree of confidentiality of all matters with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Knowledge of perioperative/post-anesthesia care nursing principles.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control principles.
• Able to perform effectively in highly stressful situations.
• Must be well motivated, organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must be able to interact effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Effective computer and keyboarding skills.
• Must have ability to learn and use Microsoft Office Suite products including Outlook.
• Ability to learn new computer software applications.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

BLS, ACLS, and PALS required (AHA). TNCC certification required within 6 months of hire or as class availability allows (only for RNs that would respond to trauma I or take PACU call).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide direct patient care, evaluate outcomes and adjust the nursing care process as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
• Able to perform a focused assessment and reassessment.This includes pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and the general patient population.
• Able to monitor the hemodynamic status of the patient and correctly interpret results.
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring, able to identify arrhythmias, and intervene using ACLS and PALS algorithms and physician orders.
• Prepare patient for examination or procedure and assist the physician as needed.
• Maintain accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient history, condition, vital signs, treatment, response to intervention, and change of status.
• Treat patient and their family with respect and dignity.Function as a liaison for the patient between the physician and other health care providers.
• Practice within Nursing Standards of Practice and follow standards of patient care & CRH Policies and Procedures. Adhere to MD orders
• Teach the patient based on identified learning needs; evaluate the effectiveness of the patients learning. Include the family in the teaching as appropriate.Review discharge instructions with the patient or responsible party.
• Maintain current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age and patient clinical condition. Calculate, prepare, hang, monitor and discontinue IV fluids and medication drips.
• Follow procedure for medication administration and narcotics control. Utilize EMAR, scans and use 2 sources of patient ID before all medications and procedures.
• Perform treatments and procedures as directed, which are within the individual's training and capabilities.
• Communicate questions about appropriateness of medical or nursing care through chain of command, as needed, utilizing the SBAR form of communication.
• Complete incident and error forms when appropriate.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

• Ensure all rooms and work areas are kept clean, stocked, and ready for use.
• Verify supplies are stocked and put away in the appropriate location.
• Complete daily department tasks, monthly outdates, and survey compliance checks as scheduled.
• Communicate questions and concerns through chain of command as appropriate.
• Assist with the orientation of new employees to the department.
• Supervise and provide nursing students the opportunities to observe and learn.
• Attend mandatory in-service, yearly education day and department meetings.Enhance professional growth by attending educational offerings pertaining to Perioperative Nursing.
• Work with other departments in coordinating smooth transfer of patients.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.