REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - SURGERY CENTER PRE-OP/PACU

HUMBLE VASCULAR SURGICAL CENTER INC; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored events

Health insurance

Growth opportunities

401K

Discounts

Wellness benefits

Work-life balance

EOE

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospitals - Surgery Center is seeking a compassionate RN to join the PACU/Pre-op Unit, covering pre-op and recovery. This full-time, 1.0 FTE position runs Monday through Thursday.

You will direct nursing care, manage admissions/discharges, and oversee medications and supplies while maintaining patient safety and documentation standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous PACU, critical care or emergency room experience strongly preferred
• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho
• BSN preferred
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• ACLS certification within six months of employment
• PALS certification within six months of employment
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Aware of professional nursing standards and performs by them

Responsibilities

• Direct and provide professional nursing care in the Surgery Center's PACU/Pre-Op Unit (pre-op and recovery)
• Coordinate admissions and discharges and oversee patient flow
• Delegate nursing assignments and prepare schedules
• Monitor and order medicines and supplies
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and documentation

Skills

Compassionate care

Verbal & written English

Team collaboration

Education

Idaho RN license

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS certification within 6 months

PALS certification within 6 months

Job description

Northwest Specialty Hospitals - Surgery Center Pre-op/PACU Unit RN

Northwest Specialty Hospitals - Surgery Center Pre-op/PACU Unit is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused RN to join the team!

This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position! Monday - Thursday!

In this fast-paced role, you will direct and provide professional nursing care in our Surgery Center's PACU/Pre-Op Unit. In this unit, you will be expected to work both pre-op and recovery. The typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 2:1, but it can vary based on department needs. You will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to direct or provide nursing care. Individuals in this role perform such duties as delegating nursing assignments, preparing schedules, overseeing admissions and discharges, and monitoring and ordering medicines and supplies.

Qualifications And Preferred Experience

• Previous PACU, critical care or emergency room experience strongly preferred
• Current RN licensure in the State of Idaho
• BSN preferred
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• ACLS certification within six months of employment
• PALS certification within six months of employment
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Aware of professional nursing standards and performs by them

About Northwest Specialty Hospital

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient-focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (in benefit-eligible positions)
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenges, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
• Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**