RN - Preop/PACU (non-certified)

Missoula Bone & Joint, Llc; Missoula (MT); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Snack/Drink Room

Employee discounts

Job summary

Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center in Missoula, MT is hiring a Full-Time Registered Nurse in the PACU. You will monitor patients post-anesthesia, manage pain, and ensure comfort during recovery while collaborating with surgical teams.

The role requires strong clinical and interpersonal skills, the ability to educate patients and families, document responses, and stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced setting. This position offers great benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with PACU experience.
• CPR certification current or within renewal period.
• Strong communication with patients, families and team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and patient status in PACU.
• Manage pain control and ensure patient comfort during recovery.
• Collaborate with surgical teams for immediate post-anesthesia care.
• Educate patients and families on recovery and discharge plans.
• Document patient responses and status accurately.

Skills

PACU RN

CPR certification

Communication

Vital signs monitoring

Patient education

Job description

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, Snack/Drink Room, and Employee Discounts. Elevate your nursing career in a supportive and customer-focused atmosphere that appreciates your contributions. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a company that truly values its employees and their work.### **Let us introduce ourselves**Come Join the Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center Team! Culture, development, collaboration, and an energetic team atmosphere are a few of the great things Missoula Bone & Joint has to offer. Winners of the Top Employers Award four years running and known as Becker's 150 Greatest Places to work in Healthcare proves this is a great company with professionalism and down-to-earth personalities from management, providers and staff.### **Your day to day as a Registered Nurse - PACU**As a Full-Time Registered Nurse in the PACU at Missoula Bone & Joint, you will play a crucial role in monitoring patients post-anesthesia. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include assessing vital signs, managing pain control, and ensuring patient comfort while they recover. You will collaborate with surgical teams to provide immediate care and support, identifying any complications that may arise. Expect to communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education on recovery processes and discharge instructions.Each day will bring unique challenges, requiring your problem-solving skills and commitment to excellence as you support patients on their healing journey.To thrive as a Full-Time Registered Nurse in the PACU at Missoula Bone & Joint, you will need a strong set of clinical and interpersonal skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are essential, allowing you to assess patient conditions and react swiftly to any changes in their status. Exceptional communication skills will enable you to effectively educate patients and families, ensuring they understand care protocols and recovery plans. Interpersonal skills are equally important, as building rapport with patients can significantly enhance their experience during a vulnerable time. Attention to detail is crucial; you'll need to monitor vital signs meticulously and document patient responses accurately.Additionally, the ability to remain calm under pressure will serve you well in this fast-paced environment. Finally, a commitment to safety and integrity will help you maintain the highest standards of patient care and foster trust with both patients and colleagues.### **Our team needs you!**If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!Join Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center as a Full-Time Registered Nurse in the PACU, where your expertise will make a vital difference in patient recovery. Enjoy a dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters professional development and a fun culture. Working **36 hours per week with the** **expectation that you flex up to 40 hours per week as needed based on departmental needs**onsite, you will collaborate with a dedicated team focused on excellence in patient care. You will be scheduled to work variable shifts and times. The compensation range for this role is competitive, offering **$37-$52 per hour**, recognizing your skills and commitment to quality healthcare. This position allows you to engage with patients during a critical phase of their treatment and to uphold the core values of integrity, safety, and problem-solving. | | - | | | | **Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center** **Job description: Pre-op / PACU Registered Nurse** | | **Duties and** **Responsibilities** |* Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals, and objectives* Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures* Follows the facility's standards for ethical business conduct* Recognizes patients' rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties* Participates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, and activities* Shares input regarding short- and long-term goals of the facility* Seeks out additional assignments and duties* Performs duties in an accurate and organized manner* Adheres to policies and procedures in performance of duties* Ensures knowledge of job and asks questions when unsure* Completes duties within appropriate timeframes* Performs according to established quality improvement policies and procedures. Makes suggestions to identify opportunities to improve quality of care* Participates in data collection activities to support the quality improvement program* Fosters a culture of outstanding patient service showing courtesy in interactions with patients, physicians and co-workers* Presents good telephone skills* Responds promptly to patient needs and co-worker requests* Expected to be a positive and responsible team member with a good attitude* Presents good oral and written communication (documentation) skills* Promotes effective communication among the facility's clinical areas, business office, and physician practices* Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences* Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff* Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations* Maintains certification* Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities* Welcomes suggestions and recommendations* Maintains current CPR certification* Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities* Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the Clinical Manager* Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures* Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies and personnel* Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care* Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice* Assists in inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the preoperative and postoperative areas* Performs thorough preoperative patient assessment required in the outpatient setting* Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient prior to admission* Provides preoperative instruction and explanation of patient rights and responsibilities* Describes the preoperative experience to the patient/significant other, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure, and how the significant other will participate* Performs preoperative phone call referring to pertinent patient records prior to patient's arrival* Assures all preoperative testing is completed (i.e., laboratory work, electrocardiogram, x-rays, etc.)* Reports all abnormal values to anesthesiologist/attending surgeon* Explains informed consent for surgery, patient rights/responsibilities, and preoperative/postoperative instructions* Obtains necessary signatures and verifies correct surgical site* Informs patient about routine care and procedures related to the perioperative experience* Discusses all findings with anesthesiologist prior to anesthesiologist's preoperative evaluation of patient* Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient and supports the patient's right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality* Documents postoperative care according to policy/procedure* Performs safe and individualized care for the patient in the pre and post-operative areas* Assesses and documents the patient's physical and emotional status upon arrival in the preoperative area* Provides nursing care to meet the patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered* Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthesiologist of observed complications* Performs thorough postoperative