PACU Registered Nurse 6 : 00a-6 : 30p

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and

in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The professional Model of Care require registered professional nurses to be responsible and

accountable for their own practice. Children's National support the development of RN relationships with the community; specifically those

relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large. A RN is an independent practitioner who functions as an identified

resource to staff in a patient care area. H / She will provide comprehensive patient care to a variety of patients. Incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of patient care. Will deal successfully with complex clinical problems. Conduct quick assessment of patients and

handle emergency situations appropriately . Demonstrate evidence based practice through participation in unit projects and activities.

Qualifications : Minimum Education

BSN Graduated from an approved school of nursing (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

2 years P ACU experience required or related clinical nursing experience in a comparable setting such as critical care or Peds ED. (Required)

Required Skills / Knowledge

The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National.

Must have strong skills of airway management and knowledge of anesthetic agents.

Excel in organizational skills, adjust for changes and be able to complete assignment on time.

Role model critical thinking skills by problem-solving patient care and unit / system issues.

Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with peers, physicians and other departments.

Care will incorporate best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required)

Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) (Preferred) And

Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) (Preferred)

Functional Accountabilities

Post-Anesthesia Clinical Care Activities

• Evaluate and manage patient's airway postoperatively including breakthrough laryngospasms; apply knowledge of the physiological changes to the airway postoperatively as a consequence of anesthesia and surgery .
• Perform manual intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV).
• Be aware of the risk factors that contribute to the condition and make decisions when caring for patients and families.
• Monitor cardiopulmonary function, airway patency, and oxygen saturation.
• Provide prompt care to minimize the incidence of emergence delirium; maintain safety environment while patient experiencing emergence delirium.
• Evaluate and treat post-operative pain in a timely manner with appropriate intervention.
• Manage epidural administration of local anesthetics and opioids.
• Manage patients with central neuraxial and peripheral nerve blocks.
• Monitor complications associated with administration of analgesics and act promptly to minimize adverse incidents.

Transformational Leadership

Structural Empowerment

Exemplary Professional Practice

Safety

Organizational Accountabilities

Professional Growth

Organizational Commitment / Identification

Customer Service

Teamwork / Communication

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility