Nurse PACU

Dignity Health • Chandler, AZ • 2h ago

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse at Chandler Regional Medical Center, you will take a leadership role in assessing patient/family health problems and resources, and developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive nursing care plans. This position provides professional nursing care and interventions to acutely ill patient populations across all ages, from infancy to later life/geriatric, within our dynamic Perioperative department.

Every day you will go over consent forms, answer questions about the procedure, do preoperative assessments, and prepare patients for various surgical procedures. You will serve as a patient advocate through holistic care practices, recognizing and adapting swiftly to changes in patient conditions (e.g., abnormal lab results, vital signs) in a timely and clinically appropriate manner. Utilizing the SBAR format for physician notification and performing bedside nurse-to-nurse reports are critical daily functions.

To be successful in this role, you will be a possess a knowledge of surgical procedures and a critical care background. Along with excellent written and interpersonal communication skill and basic computer skills. Your capacity to engage and motivate others, manage change, assume accountability for decisions, and effectively utilize resources will be crucial in this dynamic PACU Nurse role, where call is required and is based on shift and patient volume.

Prepare patients for surgical procedures

Administer medications as directed by physician

Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients

Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients

Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities balanced with the needs and comfort of the patient

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity!

Job Requirements

Required

One (1) year RN experience within Critical Care (ICU, Telemetry, ER)

AZ RN license or RN license from a Compact State

Current American Heart Association BLS

American Heart Association ACLS, within 30 days

American Heart Association PALS, within 6 months

Preferred

Strong cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring skills

BSN

One (1) year post anesthesia care experience

Knowledge of surgical procedures, critical care (surgical) background, pediatric experience helpful

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness (https://hellohumankindness.org/)

Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto - it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.

For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $58.63 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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