Advanced RN - Perioperative/PACU | BLS & ACLS Certified

Advanced RN - Perioperative/PACU

Sullivan, MO $72,019 - $93,009 a year

Job Type: Full Time

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing exceptional perioperative and post-anesthesia care. This part-time RN role with on-call responsibilities offers an opportunity to deliver life-saving nursing care in a supportive and dynamic environment.

General Summary

The PreOp Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct patient care by applying the nursing process, demonstrating clinical expertise relevant to perioperative and PACU nursing, and adhering to professional ethical standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection control, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to maintain a safe care environment.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care such as medication administration, nursing interventions, and patient/family education within established policies.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status, enhance quality, and ensure patient safety.
• Accurately document all patient care activities and quality monitoring data to support compliance with core measures.
• Effectively communicate pertinent patient information to physicians and healthcare team members to improve outcomes.
• Engage patients and families with timely communication that promotes understanding and supports health outcomes.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Adapt positively to healthcare dynamics and changes, supporting the organization's mission and values.
• Incorporate critical thinking and pursue ongoing education to enhance nursing skills.
• Perform delegated tasks to maintain quality and patient safety.

Education

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

Experience

At least one year of healthcare experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Current RN license in a Compact State or the state of Missouri.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Mental and Physical Demands

Requires considerable mental focus, frequent walking, lifting up to 35 lbs, and various physical activities such as standing, turning, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

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

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc