RN - Perioperative/PACU | BLS, ACLS, PALS Certified

RN - Perioperative/PACU

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.

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

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection control, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to maintain a safe 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 supports learning and positive healthcare experiences.
• 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.

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

At least one year of healthcare experience is preferred.

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

This role requires considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, as well as occasional encounters with hostile individuals, is expected. Minimal physical discomfort is typical.