Staff RN PACU HSS, Fulltime Days

About the role

The position is Monday through Friday with hours 10am to 8pm.

Responsibilities

• A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who assumes responsibility and accountability for the pre-operative, post anesthesia, and phase II patient and their families in collaboration with all other members of the health care team through the nursing process and in conjunction with the policies and procedures of Stamford Health System.
• Respects and protects the patient’s rights to confidentiality and privacy and discloses information only for professional purposes which are in the patient’s best interests with full consideration of their legal rights.
• Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation.
• P Practices the 5 Rights to patient safety when administering medications, blood, or blood products and treatments. (Right patient, right medication, right route, right dose, right time)
• Adhere to aseptic practices to protect patients from injury, minimize wound contamination and reduce patient risk for surgical site infection.
• Maintains patent airway, including adult and pediatric patients.
• Manages monitoring and respiratory equipment, fluid lines, tubes, drains and catheters.
• Formulate appropriate teaching plan based on patient age, understanding level, etc. Address patient/family/responsible adult questions and assess understanding of education.
• Evaluates patient’s readiness for discharge from unit and hospital.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures and standards of care, which contribute to the achievement of the organization’s strategic plan.
• Cross-trains and rotates to other clinical areas in Perioperative services as needed.
• Applies basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care.
• Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants and other hazardous substances.
• Documents pertinent information, observations, and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely and in a timely manner.
• Assists with the development and clinical precepting of students and new employees.
• Maintains equipment and utilizes supplies in a safe, cost-effective manner.
• Complies with hospital and department specific dress code policy.
• Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Takes responsibility for own professional development.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team and related departments to provide accurate information about the perioperative care of the patients.
• Displays a positive attitude and works to achieve an environment of respect, accountability, teamwork, integrity, and compassion.
• Does not support or take part in disruptive or negative behavior.
• Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures and standards of care, which contribute to the achievement of the organization’s strategic plan.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the multi-modality pain management approach for orthopedic surgery patients.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut nursing license required.
• BSN Preferred.
• BLS/ ACLS certification required.
• PALS certification within first year of hire.
• Peri anesthesia certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years previous experience in either a hospital or ambulatory surgical center setting required.
• ICU / ED experience preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with patients, their family members, surgical center staff, physicians, and other health care workers.

Skills

• Proficient in the nursing process.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and patient safety protocols.
• Ability to teach and educate patients and families.
• Experience with monitoring and respiratory equipment.
• Understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology.
• Effective communication skills.

About Stamford Health

About Stamford Health Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation. Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety . The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified ™ Great Place to Work. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org . Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter , Instagram , YouTube , and LinkedIn .