Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU
MaineHealth · Biddeford, ME · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$20k/yrOther
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit / Recovery Unit Registered Nurse at Maine Medical Center – Biddeford will be responsible for monitoring post-operative patients, ensuring their comfort, and supporting their recovery process in a facility that values high-standard patient care and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
- Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
- Implement and evaluate nursing care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Cross train into Ambulatory Care Pre-Post Unit.
- Support patients undergoing various surgical procedures including: Post Op TEE, Adult Robotic and Non-Robotic Surgery gynecology, urology, abdominal surgery, bariatric, breast and pediatric (urology and ENT).
Requirements
- Current applicable state(s) license as a Registered Professional Nurse required.
- Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
- ICU, SCU, ED and PACU RN’s require ACLS and PALS Certifications within one year of start date or in accordance with Department guidelines.
- OB, NICU RN’s require NRP Certification within one year of start date or in accordance with Department guidelines.
- Annual Electronic Fetal Monitoring competency for any RN assisting Laboring Women required.
Qualifications
- One year of RN experience required.
- Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Registered Nurse – Acute Care role.
- IMC experience preferred.
- Critical Care or PACU experience is strongly preferred.
Skills
- Effective communication skills.
- Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Benefits
- Flexible work policy.
- Student loan assistance.
- Training and education opportunities.
- Well-being resources for you and your family.
Pay
- Up to $10,000 bonus for eligible candidates with 1-2 years of experience.
- Up to $20,000 bonus for eligible candidates with greater than 2 years of experience.
Schedule
- Full Time/Days schedule.