RN Pre​/Post​/PACU Evenings

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Full-time, .8 FTE – Evenings (1:00 pm – 9:30 pm). 4 days a week (8-hour shifts). Pre/Post/PACU. Call: once per month (7 p–11 p or 11 p–7 a or 6 a–2:30 p). No weekends or holidays. RN to pre‑op/ recover a variety of surgical patients. Pre/Post/PACU is all bedside dealing with patients 100% of the time.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits starting the first month after hire
• Sign On Bonus
• 401(k) with 50% match up to 6%
• Student Loan Repayment (up to $20,000)
• $5,000 Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO & EIB

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
• Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
• Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
• Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
• Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
• Assess the patient's level of consciousness and responsiveness as they wake up from anesthesia.
• Evaluate pain levels and administer pain medications as prescribed.
• Observe any side effects of anesthesia, such as nausea, vomiting, shivering, or muscle aches.
• Monitor for and respond to any post-operative complications.
• Administer medications, including pain relievers and other post-operative medications, as prescribed.
• Regulate intravenous (IV) fluids and monitor fluid balance.
• Check and change dressings on surgical wounds.
• Ensure a clear airway and provide oxygen support as needed.
• Educate patients and families about post-surgery care, potential complications, and discharge instructions.

• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient…