What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric RN, PACU (PRN) position at Shriners Children's?
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Job Overview
The PRN PACU Registered Nurse provides nursing care to our pediatric patients within the recovery room, performs assessments and interventions designed to keep the patients safe after surgery. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role and quality improvement efforts. Our PACU team enjoys a quality work-life balance through a 4/10 dayshift schedule with minimal weekend and holiday call.
Responsibilities
- Involves patient, family, and health care team members in formulating an appropriate individualized plan of care and identifies expected outcomes based on nursing assessment and diagnosis.
- Implements the plan of care in partnership with the patient, family, and health care team members.
- Ensures all components of the plan of care are documented in the patient health record.
- Evaluates the patient/family's understanding of and response to the plan of care.
- Utilizes teaching strategies appropriate to the individual patient's condition and learning needs.
This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
BSN preferred
Certification/Licensure
RN in state of practice
Skills
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
