Pacu RN, Euh, 8A To 8:30P

Overview

Emory University Hospital's PACU is a fast-paced, fun and challenging environment that encourages you to use your critical thinking skills. Our unit offers a work-life balance, self-scheduling, has a family feel with a sense of community and is where we are defining a new standard of care for humankind.

We specialize in:

• GYN

• ENT

• Vascular

• Urology

• Neurosurgery

• Ophthalmology

• General Surgery

In addition to:

• Endoscopy

• EGD

• Colonoscopy

• Bronchoscopy

• Thoracentesis

• Interventional Radiology

• Cardiac Cath Lab

Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory nurse. No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives. We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet-recognized hospitals: Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital, Emory University Orthopaedics and Spine Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

Our nurses are integral members of inter-professional teams in hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient care. We're eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the country, and the world. We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

You will be working with recovering patients to prepare them for admission to an inpatient unit or for discharge to home. Many of these patients have received cutting-edge surgeries that are typically not done anywhere else in the Atlanta metro area.

Your team is a cohesive, interdisciplinary team working collaboratively in our 24-bay post-anesthesia care unit within Emory University Hospitals academic facility, focusing on patient-centered care. Our team of highly trained nurses and academic physicians recover cutting edge surgeries which are unique to EUH and the Atlanta metro area.

We are seeking an experienced PACU RN to work and cross train in our Preoperative Holding Area. This person will provide service to both inpatient and outpatient populations. If you are an enthusiastic health care professional, we need you for our full time, 8a-8:30p position with Call.

Seize this opportunity to elevate your nursing career! Aren't YOU ready to join US?

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients, and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population. Routinely uses acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations. Is able to apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice, and use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family.

• Documents the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g. computer, clinical pathway, chart). Plans and implements patient care independently. Utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care. Evaluates patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as appropriate. Identifies patient and family learning needs and makes recommendations to resources regarding those needs.

• Incorporates AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice. Manages time effectively. Identifies the need to revise policies and procedures for a patient population based on receipt/review of evidence-based research. Delegates appropriately utilizing the Synergy model of care. Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in planning patient care.

• Functions in a developing leadership role. Functions as Charge Nurse when assigned. Orients staff or students as assigned in absence of designated preceptor. Utilizes resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment.

• Identifies and implements a course of action in non-routine situations. May seek assistance to resolve complex issues. Respects and maintains confidential information. Accepts personal accountability for professional development and growth. Participates within the unit to identify and address discipline specific issues and needs. Articulates application of Synergy model for care in clinical practice.

• Collects, reports, analyzes and provides data on an ongoing basis and as required by physician and/or interdisciplinary teams in accordance with organization standards. Revises and evaluates effectiveness of patient care documentation. Meets all Clinical Nurse I Employee Commitments. Achieves points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program. Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board. BLS certification required and ACLS may be required in designated departments PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lb. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Our POHA is 1 out of 7 paranesthesia units in the country to receive the Silver Beacon awards. Come be a part of the journey!

• Number of Beds: 22

• Patient Populations/Typical Diagnoses: Highest acuity patients from across the country, Gynecological, ENT, Vascular, Urology, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Cardiac, Plastic Surgery, Thoracic, and several different types of endoscopies

• Targeted Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:3