RN PACU PRN
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Registered Nurse in the PACU/Recovery, you will provide excellent patient care to individuals following operative and invasive procedures. Our team works hard to support each other, and we are looking for an amazing nurse who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.
You will be able to perform general nursing duties and be competent in all post-operative procedures as verified by specific competencies. You will demonstrate the ability to facilitate smooth and efficient room turnover and patient flow. You will complete all paperwork and computer charting to ensure accurate and timely charting. You will provide appropriate management of pain under the direction of the anesthesiologist and document changes and reassessment using the pain scale. You will work with the family to inform them of progress of the patient, delays in transfer to the unit, etc. You will facilitate communications between other departments as needed and prepare patients for transfer of care. You will follow through on reporting problems and ensure proper use of the chain of command as a patient advocate, maintaining communication regarding any changes in the patient condition. You will act in a composed and professional manner, especially under pressure.
Qualifications
- Current State of Idaho Registered Nurse License
- BSN preferred
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Life Support Course (ALS or ACLS) and Certification
- One or more years of critical care or PACU experience required
Benefits
West Valley Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Note
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. West Valley Medical Center (WVMC) provides a small-town, friendly environment with a big-city commitment to high-quality patient care. Located in Caldwell, Idaho, this 150 plus bed facility comes nationally accredited. We have consistently been awarded for performance and clinical outcomes.
About the Employer
We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the nation – offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and West Valley Medical Center are all about caring for people, and that care extends to patients, families and our colleagues. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
Company Culture
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our RN PACU PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.