PACU Registered Nurse

Urology Surgery Center - Nashville, TN has immediate openings for PACU Registered Nurses to join their team! The RN, PACU is responsible for therapeutic, effective patient / family-center care according to physician order, in compliance with the philosophy of the Center, standards of practice and regulations of governing agencies.
In accordance with the Mission and Vision of the Urology Surgery Center, L.
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, Center personnel provide services in an atmosphere sensitive to each person's physical, emotional and social needs with respect to the beliefs and values of co-workers, patients and their families.
The statements contained herein reflect the general expectations and duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and is not be considered as a detailed description of all the expectations or work requirements which may be inherent in the position.
Demonstrates competency upon hire in performing all related job tasks/functions.
Demonstrates cooperative work attitude toward and with co-employees, management, patients, visitors and physicians.
Maintains Continuing Education Units (CEUs) as required by the State Board of nursing.
Seeks and maintains certification in ACLS, and BLS.
Cross-trains in other Center areas to serve as staff team member.
Working knowledge and comfort with computer use.
Maintains regular attendance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Functions in variety of roles in the Pre-Op and PACU areas, working closely with other team members to deliver quality pre-operative and post-operative care.
Promotes and maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and visitors, including keeping family members informed of any unexpected delays.
Continually evaluates the patient’s progress toward the desired outcomes and revises the plan of care and interventions as necessary.
Performs a systematic and continuous assessment of the patient and assures that all data are collected, documented and communicated.
Maintains responsibilities for completing controlled substance (narcotic) counts performed twice daily.
Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual practice.
Recognizes the importance of teamwork.
Respects patients right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Provides a safe, efficient and supportive patient atmosphere.
Assess physical and emotional needs of patients and implements appropriate nursing interventions.
Monitors the activities of LPN’s and non-professional nursing personnel.
Is cognizant of health care cost.
Maintains accurate records of controlled substances.
Attends required inservice education, meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Is knowledgeable of and in compliance with administrative, medical and nursing policies and procedures.
Reports and completes appropriate forms for incident to patient, visitors, and employees.
Reports to supervisor needed repairs of maintenance of equipment or building.
In the absence of the supervisor, notifies the appropriate repair services and follows up to be certain the problem is resolved.
Is responsible for organization and neatness of work area.
Documents physicians’ orders.
Is knowledgeable and responsive to emergency situations (i.
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, cardiac arrest, malignant hyperthermia, adverse drug reaction, fire, etc.
).
Assists in the maintenance of the system for defining Center’s supply/stock needs, utilizing par level method.
Participates in Center-sponsored community events/marketing activities as requested.
Performs other duties assigned.
Demonstrates understanding of personal responsibility and activities related to the OSHA programs including hazardous materials and bloodborne pathogens.
Directly responsible for identifying and reporting adverse or dangerous situations without fear of reprisal.
QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of accredited school of Registered Nursing.
Two years related nursing experience desired.
USC also offers a fantastic Benefits Package: Company Paid Holidays Vacation and Sick Time, Plus 2 Personal Days a Year Medical and Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Basic Life Insurance (Company Paid!) Optional Short-Term Disability Optional Additional Life Insurance for Employee and/or Family Members Health Savings Account options Profit Sharing (Company Paid!) Employer Match for Retirement Savings!