RN Pre/Post Surgery - Outpatient Surgery Center

AdventHealth; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; 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 in Hendersonville, NC is seeking a qualified RN for the PACU to assess patients, monitor vital signs, and respond to emergencies until they return to the outpatient area. The role requires accurate documentation, effective teamwork, and adherence to perioperative protocols.

The ideal candidate has an RN license, 1+ year in postoperative care, and is committed to patient safety and high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• RN with surgical patient experience is required.
• Experience in ICU or recovery is preferred.
• Active RN license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status upon arrival to PACU and perform continuous assessments.
• Respond to life-threatening situations per PACU protocol.
• Document actions and report significant changes to the care team.
• Administer medications per hospital policies.
• Maintain safe, clean nursing unit and inventory readiness.
• Communicate patient information accurately on handoff.

Skills

RN experience

ICU experience

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in 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

1 HEALTH PARK 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 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.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• N/A

Education

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Field Of Study

• N/A

Work Experience

• 1+ RN experience with surgical patients [Required]
• 1+ experience in ICU or recovery [Preferred]

Additional Information

• N/A

Licenses And Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range

$31.96 - $50.62

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