United Surgical Partners International, Inc
PACU RN
United Surgical Partners International, Inc, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
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United Surgical Partners International, Inc
RN PACU Full Time
USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
is hiring a RN PACU Full Time
Welcome to USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
No Weekends! No Call! Paid Holidays!
Performs nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period, assessing and documenting patient’s status upon arrival in the PACU.
Job Summary
Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel for efficient management of the patient
Organizes nursing activities efficiently, considering staff abilities when delegating activities
Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care
Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice
Assists in managing inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the postoperative area
Maintains order and cleanliness of postoperative area
Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period
Assess and documents the patient’s physical and emotional status upon arrival in the recovery room
Documents post-anesthesia care in the recovery room during the patient’s recovery from anesthesia/sedation according to approved policies and procedures
Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered
Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications
Performs thorough postoperative patient assessment prior to discharge of the patient
Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge
Develops a plan of care for the patient based on the assessment data
Reviews postoperative instructions and prescriptions from the surgeon with patient and significant other/family member and documents in the patient’s medical record
Informs patient and family about appropriate care and procedure to follow upon returning home
Determines that patient and significant other/family member understand conditions that require immediate care/method to obtain immediate care
Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient while promoting privacy and dignity
What We Offer
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Life and AD&D coverage
Availability of short- and long-term disability
Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
401(k) and access to retirement planning
Paid holidays and vacation
Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
Required Experience & Qualifications
Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Currently licensed in the state.
BLS, PALS and ACLS certification required.
One year experience required intra-operative setting.
Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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PACU RN
role at
United Surgical Partners International, Inc
RN PACU Full Time
USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
is hiring a RN PACU Full Time
Welcome to USPI New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopaedics
No Weekends! No Call! Paid Holidays!
Performs nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period, assessing and documenting patient’s status upon arrival in the PACU.
Job Summary
Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel for efficient management of the patient
Organizes nursing activities efficiently, considering staff abilities when delegating activities
Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care
Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted standards of practice
Assists in managing inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the postoperative area
Maintains order and cleanliness of postoperative area
Performs safe and individualized nursing care for the patient in the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period
Assess and documents the patient’s physical and emotional status upon arrival in the recovery room
Documents post-anesthesia care in the recovery room during the patient’s recovery from anesthesia/sedation according to approved policies and procedures
Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered
Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications
Performs thorough postoperative patient assessment prior to discharge of the patient
Assists in assessing the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge
Develops a plan of care for the patient based on the assessment data
Reviews postoperative instructions and prescriptions from the surgeon with patient and significant other/family member and documents in the patient’s medical record
Informs patient and family about appropriate care and procedure to follow upon returning home
Determines that patient and significant other/family member understand conditions that require immediate care/method to obtain immediate care
Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient while promoting privacy and dignity
What We Offer
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
Life and AD&D coverage
Availability of short- and long-term disability
Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
401(k) and access to retirement planning
Paid holidays and vacation
Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.
Required Experience & Qualifications
Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Currently licensed in the state.
BLS, PALS and ACLS certification required.
One year experience required intra-operative setting.
Demonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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