Role Overview
Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced Critical Care PACU setting, assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care within established standards. Responsibilities include promoting patient and family-centered care, educating on post-treatment needs, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Utilizes critical nursing skills to address physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient values and barriers to involvement. This safety-sensitive role requires alertness and safe work practices.
Qualifications & Skills
- Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; RN license required
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and two years of experience
- PHASE 1 PACU or Level 1 critical care experience preferred
Key Duties
- Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care needs
- Educate patients and families on illness management and post-care instructions
- Participate in activities promoting safety, quality, and professional development
- Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care
Additional Information
This role offers opportunities for professional growth through a career ladder that increases compensation with advancement, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off. The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and caring for complex surgical and ICU patients in a renowned hospital environment.