What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU RN position at Peachtree Orthopedics?
Join Our Team at Peachtree Orthopedics and Help Others "Get Better"
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we're on a mission to make a difference in healthcare, and we're looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. With 9 convenient offices across Greater Atlanta, we're committed to providing top-notch care and your skills and passion can make a real impact. We're not the largest practice in Atlanta, but we take pride in delivering dedicated and compassionate care to everyone who walks through our doors. If you're ready to be part of a team that values your contribution and offers room for growth, consider joining us in our mission to help others "Get Better."
Our Culture
Peachtree Orthopedics has a rich history of 70 years in business and has earned recognition as a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal Constitution for 5 consecutive years. We take pride in our family-oriented, dedicated, passionate, and hardworking culture. When you join our team, you become a part of a community that values excellence in healthcare while working in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Why Choose Peachtree Orthopedics?
At Peachtree Orthopedics, we offer more than a job; we offer an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary:
- Limitless Growth: Propel your career with abundant professional development opportunities within our dynamic organization.
- Empathetic Culture: Immerse yourself in a supportive, lively work culture that values your well-being and celebrates your contributions.
- Dedication to Excellence: Join a team of like-minded individuals who share your commitment to delivering top-notch care to our cherished patients.
Location: Peachtree Orthopaedic Surgery Center North, Cumming
Work Schedule: Enjoy the flexibility of 4-10 hour shifts with no nights, no weekends, and no on-call
Job Type: Full time
Your Impactful Role
As a PACU RN at Peachtree Orthopedics, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping patient experiences. Here's a glimpse of what you'll do:
- Patient-Centered Care: As a PACU RN, you'll utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation while adhering to our facility's policies and procedures. You'll have a direct impact on improving the lives of our patients.
- Safety Champion: Demonstrate your commitment to safety by identifying and mitigating safety hazards. Properly handle equipment to ensure the well-being of both our dedicated staff and valued patients.
- Continuous Growth: At Peachtree Orthopedics, we value your growth and development. While previous critical care and PACU experience are preferred, we're also eager to help you expand your skill set and reach your career goals.
- Anesthesia Expertise: Gain invaluable experience in understanding anesthesia reactions and mastering airway management, contributing to the safety and comfort of our patients.
- Vigilance for Change: Be the first to recognize changes in a patient's condition and promptly communicate with our anesthesiologists and surgeons. Your vigilance can be a lifesaver.
- Medical Equipment Proficiency: Master the use of cutting-edge medical equipment and technologies. Your proficiency ensures top-notch patient care.
- Patient Comfort and Compassion: Extend not only physical comfort but also essential psychological support tailored to each patient's unique needs. You'll make a meaningful difference in their journey to recovery.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Collaborate closely with anesthesiologists and surgeons to carry out physician's orders, both written and verbal, contributing to the seamless patient experience.
- Detailed Records: Maintain accurate medical records and confidently use equipment within your designated work area. Your attention to detail is crucial.
- Biohazard Responsibility: Play a key role in our commitment to a clean and safe healthcare environment by handling the disposal of biohazardous materials responsibly.
- Policy Adherence: Uphold our high standards by following Peachtree Orthopedics Surgery Center North (POSCP) procedures, policies, and guidelines.
- Special Assignments: Showcase your expertise by taking on special assignments, broadening your skill set and contributing to our team's success.
- Training Opportunities: As a valued team member, you'll have the chance to train and mentor new employees, sharing your knowledge and making a lasting impact.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Experience: Prior Critical Care and PACU experience is preferred.
- Certifications: ACLS and BLS certification are required. If not ACLS certified upon hiring, certification must be obtained within three months of hire.
- Licensure: An active Georgia Nursing License is mandatory.
COVID-19 Vaccine Policy: In accordance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Peachtree Orthopaedic Surgery Centers requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with exceptions only for those with an approved medical, disability, or religious exemptions. All exemption requests will be reviewed in a timely manner. All offers are contingent upon being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee may be required to be on their feet much of the day and may need to push, pull, or transport patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs. These duties can be stressful, particularly when dealing with injured individuals. There is potential exposure to anesthetic gases, hazardous chemicals, blood and body fluids, sharps, and cleaning solutions. The employee frequently is required to move all extremities within a full range of motion, as well as stoop and bend at 90 degrees. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Peachtree Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.