What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN PACU Nurse position at MEC Endoscopy?
Job Summary and Qualifications
We are seeking a PACU Nurse for our ambulatory surgery center who demonstrates the values of our company by caring like family.
You will ensure safe and effective nursing care rendered postoperatively until the patient is dismissed from the facility. With your expertise, our center will continue its legacy of employing nurses who contribute to the company's mission and vision.
Responsibilities
- Prepare your patients' care area adequately and ensure necessary equipment and supplies and provided
- Demonstrate proper airway management techniques
- Monitor your patients according to policy (vital signs, temperature, cardiac, etc.)
- Exhibit proper technique for insertion, maintenance, and removal of IV catheters and saline locks
- Perform and document head to toe evaluation of your patients utilizing an approved scoring system in line with HCA policy and procedure
- Check dressings and/or operative site of your patients and report abnormalities to the surgeon
- Provide a safe and comforting environment for your patients and family
- Ensure your patients meet discharge criteria
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or Higher degree in Nursing Required
- 1 years of nursing experience in a clinical setting, preferably in PACU, ICU or Surgery
- Active RN license as required by state of employment
- BCLS Certification upon employment. online certification not acceptable
- ACLS required within 30-days of hire
- PALS if required by facility within 30-days of hire
Mec Endoscopy is committed to creating a work environment that promotes professionalism, respect, and teamwork. We know that every nurse's path and purpose is unique, and we're dedicated to supporting you in your career journey. Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care.
We offer a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. This includes comprehensive medical coverage, plans for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
We prioritize colleague recognition and professional development, offering education assistance, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarships, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Our centers are designed to provide a comfortable and supportive environment for both patients and staff, with amenities such as free parking, on-site cafeterias, and relaxation rooms.
