RN - Surgery Center; PACU Per Diem

Position: RN - Surgery Center (PACU) Per Diem
## RN - Surgery Center (PACU) Per Diem Apply locations:
Covington, LAtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R12452

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
** JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
** Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

TBD
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* JOB SUMMARY:

** Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time and to provide care for these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/equipment, and other health care team members. The peri anesthesia nurse is accountable for planning and directing the pre-op and post-op care of every patient undergoing operative and invasive procedures.
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Current Louisiana RN License
* Graduate of a NLN accredited school of nursing
* Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
* ** PALS certification required within 6 months of hire
** through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
* Ability to work flexible shifts
* Ability to float to Pre-Op/Post-Op Department as needed/assigned
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Two (2) years current medical-surgical, critical care or same day surgery experience preferred
* Pediatric experience preferred
* One (1) year PACU experience preferred
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
** Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.  Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing  Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, crouching  Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, crawling
** Contact Information:
** Jennifer Saint, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources###
** EMPLOYMENT
* * Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found
** by clicking here**, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
** EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
** St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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