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RN PACU
Los Angeles, CACA RN License, BLS, ACLS & PALS required
RN graduated from NLN accredited nursing program.
Current license in the State of California with a passing score of national standard or higher only.
Prior experience in a PACU, ER or ICU staff position desired
Ability to deal effectively with many people across a broad range of background(s) and ages
Ability to prioritize, organize and coordinate patient care
Clinically skilled in ICU, ER or PACU nursing.
Knowledge of operation of pneumatic and electrical equipment
Familiarity with surgical and anesthesia equipment and supplies
Competent with hemodynamic monitoring equipment
Working under the supervision of and in collaboration with, the Principal, PACU, the Registered Nurse of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit is a professional Registered Nurse with demonstrated post-operative clinical expertise. The individual in this position provides a 100% clinical service for the PACU by:
Planning and coordinating post-operative care for patients undergoing surgical intervention for a variety of surgical specialties with the intent of returning said patients to a homeostatic level. Applying and interpreting hospital policies and nursing practice guidelines in the care of the post - operative patient. Participating in the monitoring of inventory control of supplies. Ensuring the order, functionality, availability of PACU supplies and equipment. Maintaining an effective line of communication with the O.R. control desk, volunteers, sales representatives, surgeons, ancillary staff, and visitors. Providing direct patient care activities such as, but not limited to, pain and nausea management and patient education. Participating in and collaborating with the Team Leader, Surgical Services, in meeting the department's budgetary objectives. Behaviorally supporting the philosophy, objectives and goals of hospital administration and its representatives.
RN graduated from NLN accredited nursing program.
Current license in the State of California with a passing score of national standard or higher only.
Prior experience in a PACU, ER or ICU staff position desired
Ability to deal effectively with many people across a broad range of background(s) and ages
Ability to prioritize, organize and coordinate patient care
Clinically skilled in ICU, ER or PACU nursing.
Knowledge of operation of pneumatic and electrical equipment
Familiarity with surgical and anesthesia equipment and supplies
Competent with hemodynamic monitoring equipment
Working under the supervision of and in collaboration with, the Principal, PACU, the Registered Nurse of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit is a professional Registered Nurse with demonstrated post-operative clinical expertise. The individual in this position provides a 100% clinical service for the PACU by:
Planning and coordinating post-operative care for patients undergoing surgical intervention for a variety of surgical specialties with the intent of returning said patients to a homeostatic level. Applying and interpreting hospital policies and nursing practice guidelines in the care of the post - operative patient. Participating in the monitoring of inventory control of supplies. Ensuring the order, functionality, availability of PACU supplies and equipment. Maintaining an effective line of communication with the O.R. control desk, volunteers, sales representatives, surgeons, ancillary staff, and visitors. Providing direct patient care activities such as, but not limited to, pain and nausea management and patient education. Participating in and collaborating with the Team Leader, Surgical Services, in meeting the department's budgetary objectives. Behaviorally supporting the philosophy, objectives and goals of hospital administration and its representatives.