What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU RN position at RNStaff?
Job Title
Surgical Services PACU RN (post anesthesia care unit)
Department
Job No:
Surgical Services
Salary Grade
Reports to:
Director Surgical Services
Flsa
Job Summary: The registered nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses patient needs, develops the plan of care, creates nursing diagnoses, implements interventions and evaluates patient care throughout the patient's hospitalization
Functions And Duties
Functions within the scope of practice as defined by respective certification/license
Maintains an environment that preserves individual dignity and respect for privacy and confidentiality
Acknowledges and respects cultural, generational, socio-economical, and educational diversities and interacts professionally
Interacts with patients and families according to age and developmental levels
Accountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that is in accordance with the hospital mission, vision and values
Fosters and maintains a safe workplace
Promotes harmonious relationships among the healthcare team
Demonstrates flexibility to adapt to regulatory, organizational, and departmental changes
Demonstrates an ability to prioritize, organize and perform under stressful/non-stressful situations
Conscious of the needs of others; offers assistance when necessary and provides service with a sense of compassion and empathy
Sustains self-motivation for professional and personal growth
Accountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that exhibits pride in your work and the organization
Remains knowledgeable of and responsible for job duties while maintaining poise in a variety of situations
Maintains professional appearance in accordance with dress code policy; considers the effects of appearance on customer expectations and needs of specific job environment
Assess, develops and evaluates own goals for professional growth.
Maintain self-motivation and productivity utilizing effective time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal skills
Is able to perform all duties of out-patient RN, PACU RN and GI circulating RN.
Performs all other duties as assigned
Unit Specific Duties
Education
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and problem solve effectively.
Computer literate. Computer literacy content focuses on computer basics and the use of generic software applications such as word processing, presentation software, and the use of electronic communication such as email. Knowledge and use of EHR (electronic health record).
Fosters team work and team building.
Coordinates daily duties of Operating Room team members to assure safe, efficient performance of surgical procedures.
Collaborates with Medical, Surgical, and Ancillary staff in regards to surgical procedures, to assure quality, safe, patient care for our surgical patients.
Consults and interacts diplomatically and professionally with patients, families and all members of the surgical team.
Demonstrates complete knowledge of infection control and surgical processes, and actively supports and promotes strict adherence to policies and procedures as outlined by the department and facility.
When requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule in order to complete workload in support of department needs.
Is available for additional duties within scope of training.
Identifies and maintains a professional working relationship with all employees, physicians, and both internal and external customers.
Routinely interacts and fosters relationship with both internal and external customers to maintain awareness of needs and satisfaction of services provided.
Communicates with other staff members and physicians.
Identifies problems/issues which interfere with clinic practice and consults with/reports to clinic manager when appropriate.
Utilizes best practices.
Ability to adapt to continually changing environment
Able to accept constructive criticism and accept own limits
Emotional and mental stability needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients, families and health team member
Physical Demands
Sit or stand for a prolonged period of time Prolonged walking, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, and sitting may be required.
Exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Handles emergency or crisis situations.
Pressure due to multiple demands.
I certify that I am able to perform the essential duties and physical/mental functions listed above, and possess the required skills, knowledge, training, education and experience outlined above. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.
Employee Signature
Date
40
Surgical Services PACU RN (post anesthesia care unit)
Department
Job No:
Surgical Services
Salary Grade
Reports to:
Director Surgical Services
Flsa
Job Summary: The registered nurse is a professional practitioner who assesses patient needs, develops the plan of care, creates nursing diagnoses, implements interventions and evaluates patient care throughout the patient's hospitalization
Functions And Duties
Functions within the scope of practice as defined by respective certification/license
Maintains an environment that preserves individual dignity and respect for privacy and confidentiality
Acknowledges and respects cultural, generational, socio-economical, and educational diversities and interacts professionally
Interacts with patients and families according to age and developmental levels
Accountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that is in accordance with the hospital mission, vision and values
Fosters and maintains a safe workplace
Promotes harmonious relationships among the healthcare team
Demonstrates flexibility to adapt to regulatory, organizational, and departmental changes
Demonstrates an ability to prioritize, organize and perform under stressful/non-stressful situations
Conscious of the needs of others; offers assistance when necessary and provides service with a sense of compassion and empathy
Sustains self-motivation for professional and personal growth
Accountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that exhibits pride in your work and the organization
Remains knowledgeable of and responsible for job duties while maintaining poise in a variety of situations
Maintains professional appearance in accordance with dress code policy; considers the effects of appearance on customer expectations and needs of specific job environment
Assess, develops and evaluates own goals for professional growth.
Maintain self-motivation and productivity utilizing effective time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal skills
Is able to perform all duties of out-patient RN, PACU RN and GI circulating RN.
Performs all other duties as assigned
Unit Specific Duties
- Performing role of PACU RN
- Cross-train to performing role of Same Day Surgery RN
- Cross-train to performing role of Circulator RN in GI cases
Education
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Illinois
- CPR certified
- ACLS certified
- PALS Certified
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and problem solve effectively.
Computer literate. Computer literacy content focuses on computer basics and the use of generic software applications such as word processing, presentation software, and the use of electronic communication such as email. Knowledge and use of EHR (electronic health record).
Fosters team work and team building.
Coordinates daily duties of Operating Room team members to assure safe, efficient performance of surgical procedures.
Collaborates with Medical, Surgical, and Ancillary staff in regards to surgical procedures, to assure quality, safe, patient care for our surgical patients.
Consults and interacts diplomatically and professionally with patients, families and all members of the surgical team.
Demonstrates complete knowledge of infection control and surgical processes, and actively supports and promotes strict adherence to policies and procedures as outlined by the department and facility.
When requested, is willing to adjust personal schedule in order to complete workload in support of department needs.
Is available for additional duties within scope of training.
Identifies and maintains a professional working relationship with all employees, physicians, and both internal and external customers.
Routinely interacts and fosters relationship with both internal and external customers to maintain awareness of needs and satisfaction of services provided.
Communicates with other staff members and physicians.
Identifies problems/issues which interfere with clinic practice and consults with/reports to clinic manager when appropriate.
Utilizes best practices.
Ability to adapt to continually changing environment
Able to accept constructive criticism and accept own limits
Emotional and mental stability needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients, families and health team member
Physical Demands
Sit or stand for a prolonged period of time Prolonged walking, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, and sitting may be required.
Exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Handles emergency or crisis situations.
Pressure due to multiple demands.
I certify that I am able to perform the essential duties and physical/mental functions listed above, and possess the required skills, knowledge, training, education and experience outlined above. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will employment relationship.
Employee Signature
Date
40
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