Overland Park, Kansas
PACU RN - Post Anesthesia Care Unit Job Opening in Overland Park, Kansas - The Pre/Post-operative Staff Nurse is responsible for the patient?s admission to the facility, comprehensive pre-operative care, immediate post-operative care, and stabilization for return to the home environment.
Required education/skills:
The Pre/Post-operative Staff Nurse must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, and be currently licensed to practice nursing. A minimum of one year experience in acute care/PACU is required. Cardiac monitored nursing care preferred. The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as function within a team; have the ability to assess patient needs, determine priorities, plan and direct pre/post-operative care of the patient; present good public relation skills; and possess the ability to handle stress. ACLS/PALS Certification preferred.
Physical and mental ? requires extensive mobility, walking, and standing. 90% of time spent pushing, pulling, lifting equipment; lifting, turning, and assisting patients. Potential exists for exposure to blood and body fluids as well as other hazardous materials. Must be able to analyze, problem solve, and make decisions quickly and calmly. Employee must be able to work independently as well as within a team. Employee must have thorough knowledge of nursing theory and excellent patient assessment skills. Employee must present professional image. Must be willing to take responsibility and maintain accountability. Employee must possess good organizational and excellent communication skills as well as flexibility. Must have ability to prioritize and handle periods of stress. Requires respect for the confidential nature of the work environment..
Job Type: Full-time
Required experience:
acute care/PACU: 1 year
Required licenses or certifications:
BLS for Healthcare Providers
PALS
ACLS
Kansas State Nursing license
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