RN - PACU - Part Time

Overview

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Department/Positions: RN PACU

Status: Part Time (24hrs/wk)

Shift: Days - 3 days a week, 8 hour day

Location: Mercy Hospital Washington

The Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) and Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) deliver services to multiple surgical specialties in a hospital-based facility and outpatient surgery center. We have an exceptional unit highlighted by teamwork and dedication. We have a wide variety of patients, entailing a mix of inpatient and outpatient procedures. This diverse nature provides many educational opportunities for all coworkers. Our environment collaboratively engages process improvements for the betterment of our patients, co-workers, and community.

ASC/PACU has excellent teamwork in a diverse setting. Floating between two facilities helps to diversify our skills in peri-operative care. There is a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care and procedures performed. Our schedule allows for a well-balanced family and work-life.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
• Licensure:
  Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Experience:
  
  MUST have PACU or ICU recent experience within the last 2 years
• Physical requirements/demands:
  Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties
• Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
  • Other unit specific certifications as required or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe.

• Stay Premium Program - up to $8/hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO/Vacation Time
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.