Surgery Partners, Inc
PACU RN - Hospital
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Surgery Partners, Inc
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Under the supervision of the PeriAnesthesia Director, the PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing peri-operative patient care in accordance with sound nursing judgment, regulatory and accreditation standards, and the facility's mission, vision, and values. The position must provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to policies and procedures of the facility.
Administrative Responsibilities Internal physician marketing, cost awareness, adherence to staffing schedule, supervisory responsibilities, tasks related to Risk Management, Employee Health, Infection Control, Performance Improvement, Clinical Recruitment/Retention, policy implementation, HIPAA policy, and completion of Cornerstone continuing education.
Patient Population The patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital ranges from six months to geriatric patients requiring pain and/or surgical intervention.
Physical Requirements May be expected to lift up to 50 pounds or up to 150 pounds with assistance; push or pull 150‑300 pounds with assistance; work of medium demand; walking or standing most of the time; visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity required; may be subjected to unpleasant sights or odors, stressful situations, hazardous or infectious agents; climate control and ambient temperature variations may be experienced; hours of duty may be irregular or unexpectedly extended.
OSHA Exposure Classification Job Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids with standard precautions; PPE provided and must be worn.
Qualifications
Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
BLS & ACLS required or obtained within 30 days of hire; PALS certification required within 60 days of hire.
2 years of nursing experience in ICU/Emergency Room/Recovery Room or other critical care nursing environment.
Knowledge of professional nursing standards and practice in accordance with them.
Knowledge of state, federal, and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.
Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; additional languages preferred.
Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
Willingness to participate in goal‑setting and educational activities for professional advancement.
Must be computer literate with basic computer skills required for essential job related duties.
Duties And Responsibilities PEOPLE
Adheres to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperates with daily assignments as requested.
All full‑time Registered Nurses participate in the On‑Call rotation for PACU.
Demonstrates skills as a team player; shows appropriate delegation, directs and supervises ancillary personnel in patient care planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
Provides direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrates clinical competence.
Participates in orientation of new staff, ensures facility morale exemplifies the mission and values of the center.
Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on improvement.
Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
Completes Cornerstone modules in a timely manner annually.
Participates in all staff meetings for department and facility for informational and educational purposes.
Maintains skills required to be fully cross‑trained in all areas of PeriAnesthesia and participates in the weekend PACU call schedule unless employment status is PRN.
SERVICE
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
Establishes and maintains exceptional service to all customers including physicians, patients and employees.
Participates in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems.
Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure a high level of service.
Reviews daily schedule and prepares patient care areas based upon types of procedures and specific patient care needs.
Communicates changes in status as necessary to physicians, family members, and other staff.
QUALITY
Initiates physical and psycho/social assessment and pre‑operative plan of care, identifies patient and obtains informed consent.
Completes and documents a pre‑operative interview, obtains necessary diagnostic test results and notifies appropriate physicians and staff regarding variances and/or concerns.
Completes and documents post‑operative phone calls and reports problems and/or concerns.
Completes the Post‑Anesthesia record and assures all patients have met the discharge criteria prior to discharge; provides all patients post‑operative instructions.
Assures delivery of quality clinical care through participation in SP benchmarking programmes.
Assures facility clinical policies and procedures are followed.
Maintains a safe clinical environment, adheres to all patient care safety requirements.
Reviews and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
Medical record documentation is accurate, legible, and in accordance with federal and accrediting standards.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
FINANCE
Conserves resources and minimizes cost when possible.
Participates and assists with implementation of cost‑saving initiatives for the department.
Communicates ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
Appropriate staffing levels and overtime are below established benchmarks.
GROWTH
Through competency and customer service, employee contributes to the growth of the facility.
Employee communicates service line development ideas with facility leadership.
Employee engages in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.
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Surgery Partners, Inc
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Under the supervision of the PeriAnesthesia Director, the PACU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing peri-operative patient care in accordance with sound nursing judgment, regulatory and accreditation standards, and the facility's mission, vision, and values. The position must provide direct and indirect patient care across the age continuum and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation according to policies and procedures of the facility.
Administrative Responsibilities Internal physician marketing, cost awareness, adherence to staffing schedule, supervisory responsibilities, tasks related to Risk Management, Employee Health, Infection Control, Performance Improvement, Clinical Recruitment/Retention, policy implementation, HIPAA policy, and completion of Cornerstone continuing education.
Patient Population The patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital ranges from six months to geriatric patients requiring pain and/or surgical intervention.
Physical Requirements May be expected to lift up to 50 pounds or up to 150 pounds with assistance; push or pull 150‑300 pounds with assistance; work of medium demand; walking or standing most of the time; visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity required; may be subjected to unpleasant sights or odors, stressful situations, hazardous or infectious agents; climate control and ambient temperature variations may be experienced; hours of duty may be irregular or unexpectedly extended.
OSHA Exposure Classification Job Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids with standard precautions; PPE provided and must be worn.
Qualifications
Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
BLS & ACLS required or obtained within 30 days of hire; PALS certification required within 60 days of hire.
2 years of nursing experience in ICU/Emergency Room/Recovery Room or other critical care nursing environment.
Knowledge of professional nursing standards and practice in accordance with them.
Knowledge of state, federal, and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.
Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; additional languages preferred.
Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
Willingness to participate in goal‑setting and educational activities for professional advancement.
Must be computer literate with basic computer skills required for essential job related duties.
Duties And Responsibilities PEOPLE
Adheres to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperates with daily assignments as requested.
All full‑time Registered Nurses participate in the On‑Call rotation for PACU.
Demonstrates skills as a team player; shows appropriate delegation, directs and supervises ancillary personnel in patient care planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
Provides direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrates clinical competence.
Participates in orientation of new staff, ensures facility morale exemplifies the mission and values of the center.
Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on improvement.
Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
Completes Cornerstone modules in a timely manner annually.
Participates in all staff meetings for department and facility for informational and educational purposes.
Maintains skills required to be fully cross‑trained in all areas of PeriAnesthesia and participates in the weekend PACU call schedule unless employment status is PRN.
SERVICE
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
Establishes and maintains exceptional service to all customers including physicians, patients and employees.
Participates in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems.
Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure a high level of service.
Reviews daily schedule and prepares patient care areas based upon types of procedures and specific patient care needs.
Communicates changes in status as necessary to physicians, family members, and other staff.
QUALITY
Initiates physical and psycho/social assessment and pre‑operative plan of care, identifies patient and obtains informed consent.
Completes and documents a pre‑operative interview, obtains necessary diagnostic test results and notifies appropriate physicians and staff regarding variances and/or concerns.
Completes and documents post‑operative phone calls and reports problems and/or concerns.
Completes the Post‑Anesthesia record and assures all patients have met the discharge criteria prior to discharge; provides all patients post‑operative instructions.
Assures delivery of quality clinical care through participation in SP benchmarking programmes.
Assures facility clinical policies and procedures are followed.
Maintains a safe clinical environment, adheres to all patient care safety requirements.
Reviews and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
Medical record documentation is accurate, legible, and in accordance with federal and accrediting standards.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
FINANCE
Conserves resources and minimizes cost when possible.
Participates and assists with implementation of cost‑saving initiatives for the department.
Communicates ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
Appropriate staffing levels and overtime are below established benchmarks.
GROWTH
Through competency and customer service, employee contributes to the growth of the facility.
Employee communicates service line development ideas with facility leadership.
Employee engages in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.
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