RN- Pre-Op/PACU

Veterans in Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

West Valley Hospital in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Registered Nurse for Pre-Op/Staging and PACU to provide professional nursing care and coordinate perioperative planning. The role requires an AZ RN license, CPR, and ACLS upon orientation, with at least 1 year of acute care experience in Pre-Op/Surgery.

BSN is preferred. You will supervise staff, participate in hourly rounding, and use the nursing process to address patient needs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Arizona RN license in good standing.
• Nursing degree from an accredited program.
• ACLS certification upon orientation.
• CPR certification required; 1 year acute care Pre-Op/Surgery experience.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care within Pre-Op/Staging and PACU.
• Coordinate care planning with other disciplines.
• Act as a supervisor and direct other healthcare staff as needed.
• Perform hourly rounds and ensure safety guidelines.
• Apply nursing process to meet patient needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

Arizona RN license

Nursing degree from accredited program

ACLS certification (upon orientation)

BSN preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Staging Pre-Op/PACU

West Valley Hospital - Goodyear, Arizona Tuesday, January 21, 2014

RN RequiredAt least 1 year of experience required Overview: Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgment in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift(s).

Minimum Requirements:

Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school, licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona, CPR certification and a minimum of 1 year acute care nursing experience in Pre Op/Surgery. ACLS required upon completion of orientation.

Special Skills:

Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Excellent customer service skills. Must have basic computer skills.

Preferred Requirements:

BSN Schedule: Full Time Shift: Day Shift Hours: Goodyear, AZ Goodyear, Arizona West Valley Hospital