Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatric PACU – Amazon Store

About the position

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and explain policies and procedures to patients and significant others.


• Assess gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and neurological health status of patients.


• Determine mobility, sensory deficits, prostheses use, and skin condition; adjust plan of care as appropriate.


• Assess level of pain and pain management; communicate and document patient's physiological health status and plan of care.


• Assess patient's psychosocial health status and elicit perceptions of medical/nursing care.


• Develop individualized patient outcome statements and establish goals based on assessments.


• Coordinate the cost-effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication to achieve expected outcomes.


• Document the plan of care and collaborate with physicians and other health team members.


• Implement the plan of care and maintain constant vigilance over patient care to ensure safety precautions are followed.


• Reassess patients as needed and appropriately revise the plan of care; administer prescribed treatments correctly.


• Provide emotional support to patients and significant others; apply scientific principles in performing procedures safely and efficiently.


• Communicate effectively with the patient's family or caretakers and participate in planning for discharge.


• Evaluate care provided for patient outcomes and document effectiveness of care.


• Collaborate with other care team members in planning and carrying out treatment regimens.


• Assist the physician during treatments and/or diagnostic procedures; keep the Patient Care Manager informed of changes in patient condition.


• Educate patients and significant others regarding drug and food interactions and provide health teaching opportunities.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.


• Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required.


• 2+ years of critical care or PACU RN experience preferred.


• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred; must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and obtain a BSN Degree within five years of job entry date.

Nice-to-haves

• Specialized certifications as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.


• 401k retirement savings plan.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• Tuition reimbursement for further education.


• Professional development opportunities.


• Employee discounts on services and products.