Company

Trinity HealthSee more

addressAddressAlbany, NY
type Form of workPart-Time
CategoryInformation Technology

Job description

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
PACU RN - part-Time 40 hours per pay period/biweekly:
Looking to utilize and expand your critical care experience within an RN role? Then this is the position for you.
Position Highlights:
  • Professional Growth: Our clinical ladder program provides the opportunity for professional growth through mentoring, opportunities for leadership, and generous educational funding
  • Recognized leader: St. Peter's Hospital is the only Magnet Hospital in the Capital Region
  • Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and personal growth path converge
  • Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
  • Work/Life Balance: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules

The role of the PACU RN includes:
  • Recovery of surgeries in specialties including general, colorectal, gynecological, urological, ENT, plastics, thoracic & esophageal, vascular, orthopedic & neuro
  • Knowledge of types of Anesthesia including general-endotracheal, regional, spinal/epidural, Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC)
  • Understanding of recovery needs in diverse patient populations: pediatric, adult & geriatric; outpatient, acute and critical care (including vent management); special needs including developmental and physical disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum
  • Adherence to patient care Best Practices based on core curriculum set by the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN): 1:2 RN-patient ratio (1:1 for peds, critical care, special needs); airway management; postoperative pain & nausea; hemodynamics; correction of hypothermia; progression to Phase II recovery vs. admission plan of care
  • Other Best Practice initiatives for the PACU RN include: signs/symptoms/treatment of Malignant Hyperthermia (MH); reversal of opiates/benzodiazepines/anesthetic agents in PACU; proper body mechanics and use of lift/transfer assist devices in PACU; treatment of, and emotional/physical support of the patient and colleague during, Emergence Delirium

What you will need:
  • A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
  • ASN Required; BSN Preferred
  • Phase I recovery experience preferred; critical care experience highly recommended
  • Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) mandatory upon completion of orientation (provided by SPHP)
  • Registered Nurses must possess the ability to assess, plan, direct, intervene and evaluate patient care
  • The RN must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written; experience in electronic health record documentation preferred (training built into orientation plan)
  • The RN must be able to accommodate an on-call rotation to include 1 weekday night every 2-3 weeks, 1 weekend every 4-6 weeks, and major holidays (New Year's Day; Memorial Day; Independence Day; Labor Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday; Christmas)

Here at St. Peter's Health Partners, we pride ourselves on our patient and Colleague experience. Our goal is to give the best. If you are looking for an RN role within company that cares about their patients, their employees, and their community. Look no further and apply today.
Pay Range: $36.50 - $49.95
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Refer code: 7406607. Trinity Health - The previous day - 2023-12-23 06:11

Trinity Health

Albany, NY

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