Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Pacu) Registered Nurse

Psychiatric hospital in Orange County is looking to hire a Part-Time Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse

Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CHCM/CSU roles, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices, etc. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay at CHCM/CSU in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The PACU Nurse is a Registered Nurse who assumes critical care responsibility for patients who have had any level of anesthesia. Teaches and supervises non-professional personnel as well as maintains the unit’s functional ability. Coordinates total nursing care for patients provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.

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QUALIFICATIONS

Current California R.N. license and BLS C in the State of California. One year’s experience in recovery room or other related area such as intensive care, sub-acute intensive care or coronary care. ACLS required and CCRN preferred.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequent sitting and walking. Occasional bending and reaching. Constant standing. Frequent lifting up to 35 pounds. Occasional pulling and pushing up to 50 pounds. Frequent color an depth perception. Constant exposure to stressful situations. Constant public or patient contact.

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WORKING CONDITIONS

Constant exposure to noise. Frequent exposure to dirt, dust, smoke, fumes. Constant exposure to cold and heat. Constant exposure to Bloodborne pathogens. Frequent exposure to chemicals and general cleaning chemicals. Occasional working with moving machinery.

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MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(All duties listed below are essential to the job.)

* General Staff Accountabilities

• Employee’s conduct conforms to the Mission, Vision, Values, and Code of Conduct of College Hospital.

• Values individual differences and demonstrates sensitivity to the cultural needs of others.

• Respects the rights, privacy and property of others, and maintains strict confidentiality.

• Effectively protects all health information from unauthorized access per HIPAA regulations and all applicable local and state laws.

• Maintains required certification/license in a timely fashion.

• Exhibits good attendance and punctuality.

• Provides appropriate notice prior to vacation/time off and notifies supervisor a minimum of two hours prior to shift when unable to come to work.

• Observes allotted break and meal periods as prescribed by Hospital Policy and follows time card procedures by accurately writing in and out.

• Attends to personal affairs to avoid any interference with productivity.

• Adheres to the Dress Code.

• Demonstrates an understanding of their personal role in the case of fire/disaster and participates in Performance Improvement activities.

• Functions with an awareness of patient safety issues and applies basic principles of safety as identified within the facility.

• Follows the occurrence reporting policy and procedure in reporting any potential safety issues.

* Job Specific Accountabilities

• Attends and administers critical care responsibilities to the patient recovering from anesthesia; closely observes for post-operative anesthesia complications (shock, hemorrhage, etc.).

• Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the department.

• Reports pertinent observations and reactions the patient’s condition to appropriate person (surgeons, anesthesiologist, Manager of Surgical Services) and records those observations accurately and concisely, and maintains continual communication.

• Identifies advanced arrhythmias and complications.

• Documents administration of medication, observation, charting and reporting effects of drugs, and effectively implements and counter signs all physicians orders.

• Assists the anesthesiologist with special procedures such as intubation, ventilators, arterial line and insertion, etc., as needed.

• Assists in the O.R., O.P.D. and ECT room as assigned.

• Participates in maintenance of clean, safe environment.

• Maintains the dignity and confidentiality of patients and serves as a patient advocate.

• Assists with emergency measures for sudden adverse developments, and acts calm and quietly.

• Participates in economical utilization of supplies and ensures that equipment is clean and safe.

• Demonstrates the ability to implement and utilize the nursing process when providing care.

• Performs a complete physical-psychosocial assessment of each patient and plans accordingly. Provides quality care based on the needs of the patient and family. Accurately perceives complications and patient’s perception of illness through these assessment skills.

• Orients patient and family to room, unit and any expected procedures. Involves patient/family directly in any patient teaching necessary for post-op recovery or safe care at home. Utilizes patient, family medical records or any other available source to gain maximum information on any new patient.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and rational for safe use of equipment, reports any equipment malfunctions and orders services as necessary.

• Regularly shares clinical expertise with nursing staff members in both formal and informal teaching situations.

• Reports problems to the Manager and consults physician as necessary, always asks questions to clarify situations and allows misunderstanding.

• As the coordinator of care, the Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the observation and direction of patient lifts and mobilization, and shall participate as needed in patient handling in accordance with the nurse’s job description and professional judgment.

* Customer Service

• Exhibits behavior that is courteous, compassionate, polite, friendly, and respectful towards patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers and extends self to make patients, visitors, clinical staff, and peers feel welcome and respected.

Reports to: Manager of Surgical Services

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $41.00 - $70.60 per hour

Medical specialties:

• Anesthesiology

Physical setting:

• Inpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Costa Mesa, CA 92627: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person