RN - Same Day Surgery and PACU
Company: Rivers Edge Hospital
Location: Saint Peter
Posted on: October 21, 2024
Job Description:
Position Title: RN - Same Day Surgery and PACU
Location: Saint Peter, MN
Employement Type: Non-Exempt
Base Pay: $37.41 - $56.21 / Hour
Description: Position Summary:This position requires the RN to work
effectively in Same Day Surgery (pre- and post-op), and Post
Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Patient Care
- Continuously assesses the patient's physiological and
psychological status before, during and after surgery and
recognizes abnormals. Documents in thorough, timely and accurate
fashion that accurately reflects the cares provided.
- Anticipates, interprets, and acts on patient data to prevent
problems/complications.
- Identifies priorities and implements care based on sound
nursing judgment, individual patient needs, and facility procedure
and standards.
- Able to perform in crises or complex situations, promptly
grasping situation and performing role.
- Functions as a patient advocate by protecting the patient from
harm during the perioperative period.
- Recommends what changes are needed in policy and procedure to
assure quality care.
- Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients in
assigned areas, completing necessary forms and referrals. Assures
that educational needs are met for all patients.
- Anticipates and coordinates admission, transfer and discharge
needs of patients to assure timely and smooth transition for
patients.
- Skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic techniques, a familiarity
with surgical instrumentation and equipment, and the principles of
microbiology maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Performs nursing skills according to REHC policies and
procedures using proper body mechanics and universal
precautions.
- Keeps current in nursing knowledge and attends educational
offerings that enhance skills.
- Performs the work of the department independently with elements
of accuracy, control and efficiency.
- Assists with preparing, processing and providing functioning
supplies, equipment, and instruments to ensure their economic and
efficient function for the patient and personnel.
- Anticipates and provides supplies consistently in a timely
fashion. Keeps assigned departments and areas supplied and neatly
organized using systematic inventory and material control
principles/works with Purchasing Department.
- Assists with the research and evaluation of new equipment and
supplies.
- Contributes to the quality and safety efforts of the facility
by providing honest and valuable input.
- Collaboration
- Works cooperatively with other departments and personnel to
provide patient care continuity.
- Seeks opportunities to help out other staff contributing to
team work and spirit.
- Assists with patient scheduling.
- Promotes a working atmosphere conductive to learning.
- Participates willingly in the orientation of staff and
evaluating their readiness for independent functioning.
- Work Habits
- Adheres to the Bill of Rights, Vulnerability and
Confidentiality policies.
- Strives to receive no negative customer complaints.
- Treats patients and all others with courtesy and respect.
- Keeps self current and complies with Department of
Health/Health and Human Services and Rules and Regulations, Fire
Safety, OSHA and other regulations.
- Participates in continuing ed programs and staff meetings
directed toward personal and professional growth and
development.
- Contributes to the knowledge of staff by giving in-services and
reporting on new developments in areas of job responsibility.
- Does not abuse sick time and work break policies. Comes to work
prepared to meet the daily needs of the patient and the work
load.
- Demonstrates flexibility on a daily basis to meet the demands
of the changing environment.
- Follows Policy and Procedure manual found on the "G" drive.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current
Minnesota license. Certified in AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), and
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Pediatric Advanced Life
Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire.
- Knowledge and experience in perioperative nursing preferred.
General knowledge in hospital nursing and the ability to use the
nursing process.
- Ability to interact in a positive and cooperative manner with
courtesy and respect towards co-workers, patients, physicians and
other customers.
Summary: River's Edge Hospital in St. Peter, MN has positions
available in our Surgical Services department. Due to growth and
service expansion, we have a variety of FTEs available from .75 to
1.0 (60 to 80 hours per pay period).This position works
Monday-Friday 9, 10, or 12 hour shifts, with rotating start times.
Rotating weekday, weekend, and holiday call required 6a-6p(must
work at least .9 FTE during initial orientation and training)
Benefits:Employees at River's Edge Hospital enjoy a traditional
benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life
insurance. Other benefits include:
- Paid Holidays
- National Certification Bonus
- PERA Public Retirement Association of Minnesota,, defined
pension benefit plan, 457 Retirement plans
- Employer paid parental leave
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Longevity Bonus
- Voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital
indemnity
- Employer paid short term disability
- Clothing Allowance
- Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness
- Free membership to LiveWell Fitness Center
Compensation details: 37.41-56.21 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Rivers Edge Hospital, Burnsville , RN - Same Day Surgery and PACU, Healthcare , Saint Peter, Minnesota
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