Advanced RN - Perioperative/PACU Specialist

Advanced RN - Perioperative/PACU Specialist

Saint Robert, MO $72,009 - $93,099 a year

Full Time

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing exceptional perioperative and post-anesthesia care. This role involves delivering direct patient care through the nursing process, demonstrating clinical expertise, and upholding the highest ethical standards in nursing practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to maintain a secure care environment.
• Administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and provide patient and family education within established guidelines to promote quality outcomes and safety.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status, enhance safety, and communicate accurate information to the healthcare team.
• Document all patient care activities and quality monitoring data efficiently to support compliance with core quality measures.
• Effectively communicate pertinent patient information to physicians and team members to improve outcomes.
• Engage patients and families with timely communication that enhances their experience and supports health education.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while fostering teamwork and accountability among staff.
• Adapt positively to healthcare dynamics and changes, supporting the organization's mission and values.
• Incorporate critical thinking and pursue ongoing education to develop nursing skills.
• Perform delegated tasks to maintain quality and patient safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Graduation from an accredited nursing program required.

Experience

At least one year of healthcare experience preferred.

Requirements

• Current RN license in a Compact State or equivalent.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Mental and Physical Demands

Requires considerable mental focus, ability to lift up to 35 lbs, and frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, occasional encounters with hostile individuals, and minimal physical discomfort.