What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - PACU, Westwood position at University of California - Los Angeles Health?
Description
We are looking for a PACU nurse to assume care of patients who are waking up from post-operative anesthesia. Applicant will be monitoring levels of consciousness, measuring vital signs, and treating post-operative side effects of anesthesia.
As a PACU nurse, applicant should have experience in caring for post-anesthesia patients and the ability to function in a high-pressure and dynamic environment. A successfulPACU nurse will be someone whose experience gives patient confidence in the care they receive at our world class medical center.
Qualifications
We're seeking a highly-skilled, self-motivated nursing professional with:
- Current California RN licenserequired
- BSN or MSNrequired
- BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Associationrequired
- 2 yrs recent ICU experiencerequired
- 2 yrs of PICU experience preferred
- Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis
- Ability to perform historical, physical and behavioral patient assessments
- Ability to develop and implement and evaluate patient care plan actively involving patients, family, and staff
- Official Transcripts and/or original diploma from a registered nursing program must be provided upon hire
University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.
