Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rochester is searching for a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. In this part-time role, you will monitor patients recovering from surgery, develop individual care plans, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care. Required qualifications include an RN license in New York and a nursing degree, with a preference for candidates with BLS certification and RN experience. This role offers competitive pay and the chance to make a positive impact in patients' recovery.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus up to $7,500

Qualifications

• RN License in New York State required.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.
• At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients’ vital signs recovering from anesthesia.
• Develop and document individualized care plans for patients.
• Adhere to department and system protocols and regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

EHR management

Education

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Department

Post Anesthesia Care

Location

Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week

Part-Time (24 hours per week)

Schedule

Day/Evening/Night, On-Call Requirements

Sign-On Bonus

Up to $7,500

SUMMARY

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion.

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) at Rochester General Hospital is a Critical Care Unit providing care for patients who are recovering from surgery. In this role, you will monitor and assess patients’ vital signs recovering from anesthesia, identify and address any complications or changes in patient conditions, educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery expectations, and collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.

RESPONIBILITIES

Patient Care & Service. Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; performing various treatment procedures; providing physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members

Planning & Communication. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress

Electronic Health Record (EHR) Management. Demonstrate proficient use of an EHR – including accurate patient and provider documentation and communication

Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required

RN License in New York State

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

At least 6 months RN experience preferred.

EDUCATION

• AS: Nursing (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
• RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE

$37.18 - $49.92