RN - PACU
About the role
CHA Perioperative Services consists of Orthopedics, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastics, Podiatry, Vascular and Endoscopy and many other services. Cambridge Health Alliance's experienced Surgery team has performed thousands of procedures at some of Boston's finest teaching hospitals. Today, we have recruited highly-regarded surgeons and provide state-of-the-art care in our operating rooms. The department has grown significantly adding skilled surgeons who bring specialized care to our communities. Our most recent initiatives include Orthopedic Trauma, Robotics, Bariatrics and Spine. All of our Surgeons handle routine cases as well as more complex procedures. Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive techniques to reduce the discomfort and recovery time of surgery. Many procedures can now be done on an outpatient basis with patients going home the same day. These procedures including Endoscopy are performed at Cambridge and Everett hospitals, and outpatient Endoscopy is performed at our Somerville Campus.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for perioperative patients in the preoperative phase and immediate post‑operative phase through discharge.
- Manage all aspects of nursing care for patients in pre‑anesthesia testing, Surgical Day Care and PACU.
- Perform pre‑admission, pre‑op and PACU nurse duties.
Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts RN License in good standing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
- Current American Heart Association ACLS certifications required
- Current American Heart Association PALS certifications required
Requirements
- One to two years of current PACU or Critical Care related experience required
- Recovery of patients over a continuum of care from general, regional or local anesthesia and moderate sedation preferred
Skills
- Ability to think critically
- Make confident decisions in a fast‑paced clinical environment
- Communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
- Eligible for up to $20,000 in bonuses for external experienced PACU RNs
Schedule
- Work schedule: Various shifts
- Shift length: 12 hours
- Shift details: Varied shifts