What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN PACU position at Terre Haute Regional Hospital?
Introduction
Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Terre Haute Regional Hospital our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) RN PACU to join our healthcare family.
Benefits
Terre Haute Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
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Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
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401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
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Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
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Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
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Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
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Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
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Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
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Colleague recognition program
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Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
At Terre Haute Regional Hospital, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! 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. Apply today for our RN PACU opportunity.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Terre Haute Regional Hospital (THRH) is seeking a self-motivate and compassionate RN who can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to join our amazing PACU unit. Previous PACU experience preferred. In this role, you would will manage the nursing care of patients recovering from Endoscopy, Surgical, Cath Lab and Radiology procedures and assist anesthesia providers with Regional Blocks in accordance with the ASPAN and AORN Perioperative standards and recommended practices. Join a team with a great amount of passion for high-quality patient care and have an opportunity to make a difference. Apply today!
- You will provide age and culturally appropriate post procedure patient care for General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Ear/Nose/Throat Surgery, Cataract Surgery, Podiatric Surgery, Endoscopic procedures, Pain Management Procedure, Cardiac Catheterization Procedure, Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Urological Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecological
- As a member of the OP Surgery Team, you will assist anesthesia providers with Regional Blocks on surgical patients in PACU, performs blood transfusion procedures and perform techniques for specimen collection, labeling, ordering, and documenting.
- Some other key job duties include assisting anesthesia provider with induction, intubation, extubation, line insertion as needed and performing initial and ongoing patient assessment,, educating patients and documenting care.
- You will also be providing support for new staff and students through mentoring and orientation.
Requirements
- Current Indiana licensure as a registered nurse
- Current certification in Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider, PALS and ACLS maintained throughout employment with Terre Haute Regional Hospital
- Attainment of certification in Acute Care Life Support Healthcare Provider within 90 days of employment
- Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to participate in unit and hospital wide committees
Terre Haute Regional Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1882. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 275 bed hospital is a leading acute care facilities in Indiana. Terre Haute is the only full-service hospital in the area accredited by The Joint Commission. We have provided quality care to the Wabash Valley community for 135 years. Services include the region’s only Level-II trauma center, cardiovascular services-including open-heart surgery and cardiac catheterization; oncology services, which include radiation therapy and outpatient infusion; labor and delivery, including a neonatal intensive care unit; an inpatient behavioral health unit; and other specialized inpatient areas, including intensive care and inpatient rehabilitation units.
At Terre Haute Regional Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, people and our community. We are committed to each other. When we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our RN PACU opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.