Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Job Description

Job Description

Location: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift: 3x12s, 7 PM - 7:30 AM

Join us where every moment counts.

Every day, over 40,000 colleagues at our organization come together with a shared sense of pride, knowing that each moment is significant. We invite you to be a part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.

The Greater Manchester Region employs around 2,500 individuals and encompasses Manchester Memorial Hospital, a community facility with 249 beds, Rockville General, a 102-bed campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a large multispecialty provider group, and visiting nurse services. This region serves approximately 300,000 residents across 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

In this role, you will utilize the nursing process to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care both directly and indirectly. You will coordinate care by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, effectively communicating the patient's clinical status, and responding promptly to any changes in condition or treatment response. You will demonstrate an understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan, ensuring age-appropriate care for the patient population. Additionally, you will promote the nursing profession through supportive interactions and report to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

COMPETENCIES:

• Effective communication skills in English, both spoken and written.
• Basic computer proficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of patients, considering psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural factors.
• Evaluate and manage pain, utilizing appropriate tools and techniques, while educating patients and families about pain management. Document assessments, interventions, and their effectiveness.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on assessments and patient responses, collaborating with other disciplines as necessary.
• Adhere to the five rights of medication administration to minimize errors, demonstrating knowledge of medications and their appropriate use based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Provide all aspects of patient care in a manner that prioritizes safety and promotes positive outcomes.
• Document the nursing process and patient responses promptly using the appropriate tools.
• Exhibit flexibility, organization, and the ability to function effectively under stress, employing critical thinking and sound judgment in prioritization and delegation.
• Design and implement educational plans for patients and families based on identified learning needs, assessing the effectiveness of the education provided.
• Practice autonomously in alignment with evidence-based standards, pursuing personal and professional development while serving as a role model and mentor.
• Understand growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate care, interpreting patient data to identify specific needs.
• Assist physicians with procedures in the peri-anesthesia care setting, including cardioversion and the placement of peripheral and central monitoring lines, as well as epidural catheters.
• Demonstrate knowledge of airway management and the use of relevant equipment.
• Assess cardio-respiratory systems for changes and provide appropriate interventions.
• Understand anesthetic drugs, their actions, and potential side effects.
• Deliver accurate and relevant reports on patient conditions for safe transitions of care.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nursing program and hold a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support is required upon hire or must be obtained during the introductory orientation period, with ongoing clinical competency maintained throughout employment.
• Experience in critical care is preferred.

We are committed to nurturing careers. With various locations across the state, our organization offers exciting opportunities for professional development and growth. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that brings innovative technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We recognize that a thriving organization is built on the success of its colleagues, and we provide a competitive benefits package designed to support work/life balance. Every moment is important, and this is your moment.