PACU Recovery Room Registered Nurse

Company: St. David's Surgical Hospital
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Description IntroductionDo you have the PRN career opportunities as a PACU Recovery Room Registered Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Surgical Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsSt. David's Surgical Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
  Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
  
  Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) PACU Recovery Room Registered Nurse where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsAs a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), you will plan, implement, evaluate, and document nursing care for assigned patients. You will direct and deliver comprehensive nursing care to post-anesthesia and post-operative patients. -You will complete an age-appropriate assessment on each assigned patient and create a specific plan of care upon patient arrival -You will obtain supplies, equipment, and medication needed for patient care -You will monitor the patient throughout the recovery phase -You will identify and correct airway obstructions, ensure uninterrupted oxygen therapy, and extubate patients -You will administer IV therapy -You will recognize and report variations in patient condition to the appropriate individuals (physician, anesthesiologist, clinical nurse coordinator) -You will monitor patients for adverse reactions prior to transport from Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) -You will make rounds to check equipment cleanliness and appropriate storage -You will monitor narcotic and medication controlJob RequirementsExperience -1 year of clinical nursing experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) -Previous acute care experience - preferredEducation -Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) -Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - preferredLicenses and Certifications -Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing License. If Compact License, Texas license must be obtained within 90 days of hire -Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per St. David's Healthcare policy
  -Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification per St. David's Healthcare policy This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).St. David's
  Surgical Hospital is a destination surgical facility located in north Austin,
  Texas. A campus of St.
  David's North Austin Medical Center, this hospital features 40 inpatient
  rooms, several operating suites, pre-op and PACU bays, and an intensive care unit
  (ICU). The campus specializes in orthopedic, neurological, bariatric, gynecological, and urological
  surgeries, but includes services such as imaging and pharmacy.
  St. David's Surgical Hospital is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of the
  largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David's
  HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local nonprofits - St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.
  HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies - by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the
  delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
  
  HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our PACU Recovery Room Registered Nurse opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

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