Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Job Description

Job Description

Location Details

Address: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Information

Schedule: 3 shifts of 12 hours, from 7 PM to 7:30 AM

Join Us in Making a Difference

At our organization, over 40,000 dedicated colleagues come together each day, united by a shared commitment to excellence in healthcare. Here, every moment counts, and 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 249-bed community facility, 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 Overview

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 and effectively communicate the clinical status of patients, responding promptly to any changes in their condition or treatment response.

Additionally, you will demonstrate an understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan, ensuring age-appropriate care for the patient population. You will also promote the nursing profession through supportive interactions with colleagues, reporting to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Key Competencies

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

Essential 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 on pain management.
• Develop and adjust 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 proper administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Provide all aspects of patient care in a safe environment that promotes positive outcomes.
• Document the nursing process and patient responses promptly using the appropriate tools.
• Exhibit flexibility and organization while functioning 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 line with evidence-based standards, pursuing personal and professional development.
• Serve as a role model and mentor within the profession.
• Understand growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate care, interpreting patient data to meet specific needs.
• Assist physicians with procedures in the peri-anesthesia care setting, including cardioversion and the insertion of peripheral and central monitoring lines, as well as epidural catheter placement.
• 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.
• Provide accurate and relevant reports on patient conditions for safe transitions of care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of 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.

Career Development Opportunities

With various locations across the state, our organization offers exciting prospects for career advancement and personal growth. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking team that introduces innovative technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education to countless individuals.

We believe that a thriving organization is built on the success of its colleagues. Therefore, we provide a competitive benefits package designed to support work-life balance.

Every moment matters, and this is your opportunity to make a difference.