PACU RN $20K Sign-On Bonus
Job DescriptionPosition
Summary:
Assists the PACU Charge Nurse GI in the daily clinical operations of the PACU in accordance with established Federal, State, and accreditation standards and center policies and procedures.
Participates in direct patient care including maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment.
The pre-operative nurse is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and providing high quality, individualized patient care in the pre-operative period of the patient's surgical experienceEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Clinical SkillsoAssesses patient/significant others understanding of disease process and need for surgical intervention.
oPerforms pre/post operative teaching to patient/significant other.
oDemonstrates appropriate nursing management and intervention preoperatively and post operatively.
oAssess the patient for level of recovery from anesthesia.
oProvides effective airway management postoperatively.
oAssesses and manages postoperative complications such as nausea and vomiting.
oProvides wound assessment and management to ensure uncomplicated wound healing.
oProvides safe medication administration.
oManages patient complications/emergencies preoperatively and postoperatively.
oUtilizes aseptic technique and infection control principles to establish and maintain intravenous access.
oReports significant patient information to medical staff appropriately.
oDemonstrates skill and knowledge in providing appropriate patient care across the age span.
oDemonstrates compliance with abuse reporting responsibilities.
oIdentifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol.
oDemonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for the latex sensitive patient.
oDemonstrates ability to identify latex sensitive patients.
oCommunicates to appropriate personnel.
oInitiates and follows procedure protocol.
oDemonstrates appropriate care for the patient experiencing pain.
oDocuments pain history and assessment.
oDemonstrates techniques to relieve patient's pain.
oEvaluates effectiveness of technique used.
oProvides patient/family teaching for the management of the patient experiencing pain.
oDocuments patient response during recovery.
oFacilitates actions and activities that support accountability to practice.
oIdentifies and initiates problem resolution.
oActively participates, develops, and implements activities and measures promoting quality care.
oAdheres to the pre-op room standards of nursing care.
oAdmits patients to pre-op.
Obtain and review pre-operative lab work.
oPerform pre-operative interview of patients.
oObserve vital signs, stat and maintain IV's and IV sites, dressing, tubes, drains and any special monitoring equipment.
oAdministers pre-operative medications as ordered by the physicians.
oImplements plan of care.
Medical RecordsoDemonstrates knowledge of medical record policy and procedure in management of patient information.
oParticipates in medical records TQM.
CommunicationoListens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
oUtilizes translation services when needed.
oUtilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
oEffectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverseQualityoDemonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
oUnderstands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process.
oSupports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
Performs other duties as directed by management.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Other Skills and AbilitiesWorking knowledge and experience in PACU from hospital or ambulatory surgery center including direct patient care.
Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately.
Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized and cost effective manner.
Knowledge of patient monitoring equipment.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $60.
00 $62.
00 hour ; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience.
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment.
Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us.
We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees.
We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.
Full Time Position
Benefits:
The success of any company depends on its employees.
For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members.
As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.
Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package.
We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.
Health and Wellness:
Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees Vision insurance Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employer-Paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Behavioral Health Services Savings and Retirement:
401k Retirement Savings Plan Income Protection Insurance Other
Benefits:
Vacation Time Company celebrations Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Tuition Reimbursement License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program Business-casual working environment Sick days Paid holidays Mileage Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
RequirementsEducation and/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B.
A.
) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsCA RN License Recommended Skills Business Correspondence Clinical Works Geometry Health Care Infection Control Journals Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
Assists the PACU Charge Nurse GI in the daily clinical operations of the PACU in accordance with established Federal, State, and accreditation standards and center policies and procedures.
Participates in direct patient care including maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment.
The pre-operative nurse is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and providing high quality, individualized patient care in the pre-operative period of the patient's surgical experienceEssential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Clinical SkillsoAssesses patient/significant others understanding of disease process and need for surgical intervention.
oPerforms pre/post operative teaching to patient/significant other.
oDemonstrates appropriate nursing management and intervention preoperatively and post operatively.
oAssess the patient for level of recovery from anesthesia.
oProvides effective airway management postoperatively.
oAssesses and manages postoperative complications such as nausea and vomiting.
oProvides wound assessment and management to ensure uncomplicated wound healing.
oProvides safe medication administration.
oManages patient complications/emergencies preoperatively and postoperatively.
oUtilizes aseptic technique and infection control principles to establish and maintain intravenous access.
oReports significant patient information to medical staff appropriately.
oDemonstrates skill and knowledge in providing appropriate patient care across the age span.
oDemonstrates compliance with abuse reporting responsibilities.
oIdentifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol.
oDemonstrates knowledge and skill in caring for the latex sensitive patient.
oDemonstrates ability to identify latex sensitive patients.
oCommunicates to appropriate personnel.
oInitiates and follows procedure protocol.
oDemonstrates appropriate care for the patient experiencing pain.
oDocuments pain history and assessment.
oDemonstrates techniques to relieve patient's pain.
oEvaluates effectiveness of technique used.
oProvides patient/family teaching for the management of the patient experiencing pain.
oDocuments patient response during recovery.
oFacilitates actions and activities that support accountability to practice.
oIdentifies and initiates problem resolution.
oActively participates, develops, and implements activities and measures promoting quality care.
oAdheres to the pre-op room standards of nursing care.
oAdmits patients to pre-op.
Obtain and review pre-operative lab work.
oPerform pre-operative interview of patients.
oObserve vital signs, stat and maintain IV's and IV sites, dressing, tubes, drains and any special monitoring equipment.
oAdministers pre-operative medications as ordered by the physicians.
oImplements plan of care.
Medical RecordsoDemonstrates knowledge of medical record policy and procedure in management of patient information.
oParticipates in medical records TQM.
CommunicationoListens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
oUtilizes translation services when needed.
oUtilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
oEffectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverseQualityoDemonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
oUnderstands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process.
oSupports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
Performs other duties as directed by management.
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Other Skills and AbilitiesWorking knowledge and experience in PACU from hospital or ambulatory surgery center including direct patient care.
Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately.
Ability to utilize resources in a timely, organized and cost effective manner.
Knowledge of patient monitoring equipment.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $60.
00 $62.
00 hour ; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience.
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
If hired, employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment.
Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us.
We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees.
We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.
Full Time Position
Benefits:
The success of any company depends on its employees.
For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members.
As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.
Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package.
We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.
Health and Wellness:
Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees Vision insurance Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employer-Paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Behavioral Health Services Savings and Retirement:
401k Retirement Savings Plan Income Protection Insurance Other
Benefits:
Vacation Time Company celebrations Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Tuition Reimbursement License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program Business-casual working environment Sick days Paid holidays Mileage Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
RequirementsEducation and/or Experience Bachelor's degree (B.
A.
) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsCA RN License Recommended Skills Business Correspondence Clinical Works Geometry Health Care Infection Control Journals Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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