RN PACU full time

Worcester Surgical Center is a multi-specialty surgery center. We are dedicated to excellence in patient service with each and every encounter. We are looking for a top performer with solid knowledge of PACU/ Recovery Nursing who is interested in a full time position (32 hours or 40 hours per week). This is a fast-paced environment that is driven to reach the highest quality and satisfaction outcomes in Mass.

JOB SUMMARY: Plans, coordinates, and oversees care for patients of any age in PACU/ PRE-Op department. Provides care within nursing standards of practice and the policies of the Center. Makes decisions regarding direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate information to other team members. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the manager, which include, but are not limited to, serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits, and projects.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities PACU RN:

• Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
• Follows policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for perioperative nursing care according to accepted standards.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates pre- and post-operative nursing care for patients based on individual, specific patient needs, and according to physician's orders.
• Organizes and prepares medical records of patients. Documents care appropriately and fully. Follows up on missing data and other patient care needs.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of intravenous therapy, medication administration and effects, patient assessment, airway maintenance, patient teaching, emotional/social support of patients and families, and other needed clinical competencies.
• Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations.
• Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
• Actively participates in appropriate committee and CQI activities.
• Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens.
• Uses good body mechanics.
• Informs PACU Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.
• Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.

Required Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Currently licensed in the state
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in PACU or ICU

USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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