Registered Nurse PACU

Maine Eye
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 5/24/2022 CLOSED ON 7/20/2022

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse PACU position at Maine Eye?

The Registered Nurse in the PACU provides medical and emotional support for the patient preoperatively and postoperatively at Maine Eye Ambulatory Surgical Center. This position generally works three days per week, Monday through Friday, between 6:30am and 5pm. Flexibility in schedule is occasionally needed in order to meet business goals and provide exceptional patient service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public for patient safety
  • Exercising judgment, initiative, and possessing problem-solving skills
  • Communicating professionally with internal and external contacts
  • Providing intensive observation and treatment to patients who have undergone anesthesia
  • Providing medical and emotional support for the patient post anesthesia
  • Assisting in reviewing of all policies and procedures on a yearly basis
  • Assisting in implementing a quality improvement program
  • Reporting and troubleshooting all broken or defective supplies or equipment
  • Providing in-service to the staff where needed

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two years of nursing experience is required. Knowledge of organizational policies and clinical procedures being performed is required. Demonstrated knowledge of medications used by the surgeon and anesthesiologist, including preparing and dispensing narcotics.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Nursing or RN with equivalent relevant experience is required.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Active Maine RN license is required. BLS and ACLS certification is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

  • Surgery

Physical Setting:

  • Clinic

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Universal masking is required in all buildings.

Work Location: One location

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