Nursing - PACU

Job Title: PACU Location: Moses Lake, Washington Schedule: 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5 Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension Pay Rate : $60 - $65/hr Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a PACU for a temporary assignment in Moses Lake, Washington. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend. Responsibilities for a PACU: Function as both a caregiver and care manager, assuming responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame implementing the Nursing Process Direct and oversee the work of other caregivers (nurses and non-nurses) via delegation, coordination, supervision, and validation/evaluation of patient care outcomes Perform assessment and data collection focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, and cognitive status Implement care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner utilizing pre-determined procedures, policies, and care plans Identify patient and significant other learning needs and readiness for learning; implement patient teaching as defined by policy and care plans Document in patient charts via electronic medical records and/or paper processes per policy and in accordance with all regulatory requirements Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to patient, significant other, and family rights regardless of race, age, religion, color, creed, sex, national origin, or any other protected classification Demonstrate appropriate delegation of patient care activities and effectively supervise assigned coworkers Demonstrate effective organization and priority setting utilizing sound critical thinking Demonstrate appropriate use of lines of authority May be required to function as a Charge Nurse, including delegation of patient assignments, assisting with admits/discharges/transfers, coordinating staff coverage, and serving as a unit lead Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to stay current in field of expertise Function with awareness of and adherence to safety requirements including security, MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting, and body mechanics Ensure compliance with organization policies, procedures, and labor agreements Maintain current Washington State RN Licensure Maintain HCP-level BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or equivalent) within 30 days of hire Obtain ACLS (AHA Advanced Life Support) certification within 6 months of hire, renewed every 2 years (PACU) Obtain PALS or PEARS certification within 6 months of hire, renewed every 2 years (PACU) CPAN certification preferred (PACU) Complete 4 hours of Total Joint Program orientation training and 4 hours of annual training Follow the pathway for total joint replacement dependent on area of specialty Demonstrate competency in caring for patients across the age continuum Apply critical thinking skills including independent problem solving and logical, deliberate decision-making Practice within legal and ethical guidelines and demonstrate accountability Demonstrate crisis management capabilities Conduct self in a professional manner and ensure personal appearance meets standards necessary to perform job functions Benefits for a PACU: Weekly pay every Friday Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance 401K Retirement Plan (matching) Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team Referral Bonus up to $1,500 Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Samaritan Healthcare