Registered Nurse - PACU

Role Overview

This position involves assessing, planning, delegating, and evaluating nursing care for a diverse patient group, serving as a primary or accountable nurse based on unit needs and safety considerations.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management
• Safely administer medications following policies
• Manage resources efficiently
• Ensure compliance with practice standards and regulations
• Participate in the Nursing Shared Governance Model
• Contribute to improvement initiatives
• Support peer review
• Foster a professional development environment for colleagues and students
• Integrate current research into practice
• Perform duties related to Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator roles when assigned
• Maintain mandatory education requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school
• Current New York State RN license
• Preferred: BSN
• Preferred: Clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care
• Preferred: CCRN certification
• Preferred: Relevant certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or TNCC
• Essential skills in pharmacology, communication, teamwork, and adaptability

Work Environment & Patient Care

Work occurs in clinical and office settings, requiring movement, standing, and lifting in a fast-paced environment with exposure to cleaning agents and PPE adherence. Serves patients of all ages and maintains HIPAA access levels as appropriate.