Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Role Summary Provide high-quality, patient-centered care utilizing the nursing process, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and communicate clinical conditions effectively. Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles to deliver age-appropriate care. Promote professional nursing standards through collegial support and interactions. Role Summary Provide high-quality, patient-centered care utilizing the nursing process, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and communicate clinical conditions effectively. Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles to deliver age-appropriate care. Promote professional nursing standards through collegial support and interactions. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of patient conditions, including psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects. Assess and manage pain, educating patients and families on pain control strategies; document interventions and outcomes. Develop, revise, and implement individualized care plans based on assessments and patient responses. Administer medications safely, adhering to the five rights, and understand medication effects based on patient age and condition. Ensure patient safety, document nursing actions promptly, and utilize critical thinking and sound judgment in prioritization and delegation. Educate patients and families through tailored teaching plans, evaluating learning effectiveness. Assist physicians with peri-anesthesia procedures, airway management, and cardio-respiratory assessments. Monitor patient status, respond to changes, and provide appropriate treatments, including knowledge of anesthetic drugs and side effects. Report patient status accurately for safe care transfer. Qualifications & Skills Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active Connecticut RN license. Current Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications or willing to obtain within orientation. Preferred: Critical care experience. Effective verbal and written communication skills and basic computer proficiency. This role emphasizes autonomous practice, professional growth, and commitment to delivering safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vetted Solutions