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Registered Nurse - PACU
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse in the PACU is responsible for providing nursing care to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex, under general supervision. The nurse will be involved in post-operative care, monitoring patients' recovery after anesthesia, and ensuring their overall health and safety during the post-anesthesia period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care Management:
- Assume responsibility for an assigned group of patients in the PACU.
- Administer medications as prescribed, including intravenous infusions and blood products.
- Monitor and assess patients' physiological data, observing any changes in condition and intervening when necessary.
- Document patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, including any changes in physician orders.
- Provide competent patient care and interact with patients and their families regarding the care plan during hospitalization and at discharge.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Assist physicians in patient examinations and performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Inform patients and families of hospital procedures.
- Make referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
- Delegate tasks to support staff as needed.
- Respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
Additional Duties:
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory or medical staff.
Required Qualifications:
Experience:
- At least 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in a similar clinical setting.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.
- Some computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher from an accredited nursing program.
Certifications:
- None required beyond those listed in the required certifications section.
Education:
Required Education:
- Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing from a Board-Approved Program.
Certifications and Licensure:
Required Certifications and Licensure:
- Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Preferred Certifications and Licensure:
- None required beyond those listed in the required certifications section.
Education: Bachelors Degree
Certification: Basic Life Support , Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
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