PACU Recovery Room Registered Nurse
Company: St. David's Surgical Hospital
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: May 24, 2023
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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:
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
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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