Pacu Jobs in St Louis, MO

Job Description : Job Title :

Surgical Services PACU RN (post anesthesia care unit)

Job No : Department :

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

Minimum Qualifications :

Education

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

Skills and Abilities

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

Position Urgency : Normal

Shifts :

0630-1500-will vary depending on cases

State License Details :

Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience :

Less than 1 year

Minimum Guaranteed Hours :

Specialty Type :

Nursing

Sub Specialty :

Post Anesthesia Care Unit Nurse (PACU)

General Certifications :

ACLSBLS / BCLSPALS

Bilingual : EMR Used :

Meditech

Holiday Coverage Required :