Shifts range from 8hrs to 12hrs and start as early as 7am and a closing shift ends at 8:30.
Purpose
The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for patients admitted to the PACU and discharged to an appropriate setting.
Responsibilities
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. The Registered Nurse will posses the ability to assess, plan, implement, evaluate and accurately document nursing care fo the post-operative surgery patient in the PACU.
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The Registered Nurse will provide age-specific care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population in the PACU environment.
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Coordinates all aspects of nursing care with all disciplines of the post-operative/procedural team to achieve defined patient outcomes.
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Provides safe environment for patients and family.
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The Registered Nurse must posses the skill to provide appropriate education to the patient’s family regarding their individualized plan of care.
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Displays excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families, co-workers and physicians.
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Practices within the guidelines of Louisiana State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act and ASPAN guidelines.
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Complies with the policy and procedures set forth by the Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge and all applicable regulatory bodies.
Completion of an approved nursing program, as evident by current RN licensure.
Experience
1-2 years of department-specific experience preferred.
Required Licenses and Certifications
- Current LA Registered Nurse license
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Skills Required
- Completion of an approved nursing program and current RN licensure
- 1-2 years department-specific PACU experience
- Current Louisiana Registered Nurse license
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
What We Do
Surgical Specialty Center of Baton Rouge, LLC is a specialty hospital dedicated to providing patient-centered care through innovative medical technology. The facility offers a wide range of surgical and medical services, including inpatient care, imaging, lithotripsy, and retail pharmacy services. Their mission is to consistently improve standards of care by delivering superior, cost-effective, and convenient services for both patients and physicians.
