RN Pre/Post OP Surgery PRN

adventhealth; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Hendersonville, NC, is seeking a qualified PACU RN to assess patients on arrival and provide comprehensive postoperative care. This PRN daytime role requires vigilant monitoring of respiratory status, vital signs, and responses to medications, with precise documentation in the EMR.

Applicants should hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing with current NC RN licensure; BSN is preferred. 1+ year of surgical or ICU recovery experience is preferred; BLS and ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• RN with current license (RN) in North Carolina.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• 1+ years of perioperative or PACU experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status upon PACU arrival and monitor vitals and oxygenation.
• Respond to life-threatening changes per PACU protocol.
• Document assessments, medications, and nursing actions.
• Coordinate handoff to postoperative units and other caregivers.
• Maintain safe, clean, and stocked PACU environment.

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.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 100 HOSPITAL DR

City: HENDERSONVILLE

State: North Carolina

Postal Code: 28792

Job Description:

• Assesses patient status upon arrival to the PACU and performs ongoing assessments, including respiratory status, O2 saturation, vital signs, dressings, output from foley and drains, and heart rhythms. Recognizes and responds immediately to life-threatening situations according to PACU protocol. Identifies significant changes in patient's condition, reports to anesthesia/head nurse/charge nurse or surgeon, and documents all appropriate actions. Implements the plan of care to assist the patient in returning to the outpatient area or surgical floor unit. Administers medications competently in accordance with hospital and departmental policies. Observes, documents, and reports patients' responses to medications and nursing care in the paper chart or EMR. Communicates accurate and thorough patient information upon relinquishing care to other healthcare workers. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to facilitate the efficient operation of the PACU. Delegates responsibilities to others based on their roles, knowledge, and capabilities. Maintains a clean, safe, and well-stocked nursing unit free of safety hazards by the end of the shift. Monitors the Electronic Medical Record for new physician orders and diagnostic results. Performs all duties relating to Real Time Scanning accurately and efficiently. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]


• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 1+ years nursing experience with surgical patients [Preferred]


• 1+ years ICU or recovery room experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]


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


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

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range: $31.64 - $50.13

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