RN - PACU

Registered Nurse - Caregiver and Care Manager

This position is responsible for functioning as both a caregiver and care manager. In the caregiver role, the RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process. In the role of care manager, the RN directs and oversees the work of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, and validation/evaluation of patient care outcomes. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of Patient Care Services along with having the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.

This is a day shift position.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessment/data collection focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status.
• Implement care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner by utilizing predetermined procedures and care plans.
• Identify patient/significant other learning needs and implement patient teaching as defined by policy and care plans.
• Document in patient's chart per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to patient/significant other and family rights regardless of classification protected by law.
• Effectively supervise assigned coworkers and delegate patient care activities appropriately.
• Utilize sound critical thinking for effective organization and priority setting.
• May function as a Charge Nurse, assisting with patient assignments and coordinating staff coverage.
• Maintain professional growth and development through continuing education and workshops.
• Function with an awareness of safety requirements and comply with organization policies and procedures.
• Conduct self in a professional manner, ensuring personal appearance meets job standards.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Washington State RN Licensure.
• HCP Level of BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience as an acute care registered nurse preferred, with a minimum of one year of RN experience preferred for specialty nursing departments.
• ACLS certification to be obtained within 6 months and renewed every 2 years.
• PALS or PEARS certification to be obtained within 6 months and renewed every 2 years.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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