Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit Job Title: Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit Department : Post Anesthesia Care Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: Full-Time (36 hours per week) Schedule: Day/Evening/Night, On-Call Requirements

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion. The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Rochester General Hospital is a Critical Care Unit providing care for patients who are recovering from surgery. In this role, you will monitor and assess patients’ vital signs recovering from anesthesia, identify and address any complications or changes in patient conditions, educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations, and collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients\' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required RN License in New York State Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. 1-2 years inpatient hospital experience strongly preferred. At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease-specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Pay Range: $38.67 - $51.92 Equal Opportunity Employer: Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rochester Regional Health