Registered Nurse (RN) PACU

Registered Nurse (RN) PACUJob Type: Full-Time | DaysSchedule: M-F Days 8-4pmCommitment Retention bonus available to well qualified applicantsYour experience mattersLifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a PACU Nurse (RN), joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.More about our teamYou'll join our team in a smaller hospital setting where collaboration, respect, and a true family feel are part of everyday work. With self-scheduling, you'll have added flexibility while partnering with a department that values ideas, development, and shared ownership of outcomes. We're united by a commitment to excellence and a drive to be the best in the region.How you'll contributeAn PACU Nurse (RN) who excels in this role will provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice as well as:Performs duties as assigned and requested.Completes focused patient assessments and reassessments based on patient's condition, procedures, medications, and treatments.Adequately assesses and reassesses pain; utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.Provides patient care and communicates effectively with patients of all ages and with specific needs.Demonstrates knowledge of medications and ensures correct administration following the six rights to minimize medication errors.Assists physicians with procedures and provides services requiring technical and manual skills.Performs treatments and delivers care within licensure scope.Ensures patient safety by performing all aspects of care in an environment that reduces the likelihood of errors.Operates and manages equipment safely and correctly.Educates patients and families on disease processes and recovery expectations.Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.Maintains regular and reliable attendance.Performs other duties as assigned.Why join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What we're looking forApplicants should have a current state RN license and possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:Associate's Degree required, BSN preferred.BLS required; ACLS and PALS within 1 year of hireMore about Valley View Medical CenterValley View Medical Center 102,000-square-foot acute-care facility with two adjacent medical office buildings offering exceptional care to community. We have 52 medical/surgical beds, 12 acute rehabilitation beds, 12 intensive care beds, and an 8 bed labor, delivery and post-partum unit, 16 Bed Emergency Department and Valley View Medical Center is the only all private bed hospital serving the Bullhead City/Laughlin/Needles area.EEOC Statement" Valley View Medical Center i s an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley View Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."