RN - ESC PACU (.875 FTE, Day/Evening)

EvergreenHealth
Kirkland, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2024 CLOSED ON 8/31/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - ESC PACU (.875 FTE, Day/Evening) position at EvergreenHealth?

Wage Range: $40.14 - $73.08 per hour


Sign-on Bonus:

  • Up to $5,000 for 1-year current Operating Room/ Surgery /PACU RN experience with 1 year employment commitment*
  • Up to $10,000 for 2 years current Operating Room/Surgery/ PACU RN experience with 2 years employment commitment*
  • Up to $15,000 for 3 years current Operating Room/Surgery/PACU RN experience with 2 years employment commitment*
  • Pro-rated by FTE

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

EvergreenHealth is seeking an experienced PACU RN to join the well- established and dynamic EvergreenHealth Surgical Center Inpatient Pre- Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team

Job Summary

Responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of all patients within the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) within established standards of care, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Primary Duties

  • Performs pre-operative nursing assessments by telephone
  • Acts as Admitting Nurse pre-operatively
  • Admits patient from the Operating Room and receives the report from the anesthesia personnel, assesses and plans for the recovery of patients from surgery.
  • Initiates any necessary treatment for the full recovery of the patient and administers and records any necessary medication
  • Assesses condition of patient and transfers patient to secondary room when patient meets standards for transfer according to Evergreen Surgical Center (ESC) policies and procedures
  • Supervises Recovery Room Assistant when caring for the patient in Secondary Recovery Room
  • Performs discharge procedure according to ESC policies and procedures
  • Performs morning and evening narcotic counts following ESC policies and procedures
  • Admits cataract patients to recovery room pre-operatively and prepares them for their local block and I.V start. Assists the surgeon with the local block. Monitors the patient until he/she goes to the Operating Room
  • Communicates all relevant information (e.g., patient information, safety issues, problems with equipment, quality issues, etc.) to immediate supervisor effectively, in a timely way

License, Certification, Education or Experience

REQUIRED for the position:

  • Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) required within 5 years of employment if applicable
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington
  • Minimum of one year experience within the last 3 years of care delivery in a monitored care area: PACU, ICU, ED or telemetry
  • Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
  • Current American Heart Association ACLS by date of hire
  • Completion of unit competencies for peri-anesthesia care within probationary period or first 2 months if an employee transfer
  • Proficiency in airway management/adjuncts
  • Proficiency with IV skills and techniques
  • Ability to identify EKG rhythms and related necessary interventions
  • Understanding of Pain Management and related-pharmacology
  • Understanding of Cardiac and emergency medication pharmacology
  • PALS or ENPC within 6 months of hire
DESIRED for the position:
  • Master’s degree in Nursing
  • CPAN, CAPA

EvergreenHealth is committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. The literature shows that having a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) contributes significantly to the quality of care. Toward that end, this position requires a BSN or a commitment to begin a BSN program within three years and obtain a BSN within five years of employment. Please note this BSN requirement does not apply to those with an RN license for twenty or more years or current EvergreenHealth RNs hired prior to April 1, 2014.


Benefit Information

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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

  • Medical, vision and dental coverage
  • On-demand virtual health care
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans (457 (b) and 401 (a) with employer contribution)
  • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
  • Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Paid Time Off/Vacation
  • Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Free parking
  • Commuter benefits

View a summary of our total rewards available to you as an EvergreenHealth team member by clicking on the link below.

2023 Benefits Guide

Salary : $15,000

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