Registered Nurse (Rn) Pacu

Registered Nurses in the PACU

Welcome to the University of Kentucky HealthCare in Lexington, KY, where we provide the most advanced, most effective care available. We are a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. UK Healthcare includes all UK hospitals and clinics and has over 80 specialized clinics, 140+ outreach programs, and a team of 9,000 physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and health care workers – all dedicated to patient health.

Our Registered Nurses in the PACU at Chandler Hospital provide preoperative and post-anesthesia care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. The PACU focuses on providing safe and efficient post-surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas, including Ophthalmology, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedics; Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat); Oral and Maxillofacial; Pain Management; CT-Vascular, OB-GYN, Neurosurgical, Trauma, Dental; as well as Plastic, Pediatric and General Surgery and any other surgical services.

PACU Registered Nurses Qualifications and Requirements:

• Active Kentucky RN license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license that is in good standing
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date
• BSN and 1 year RN experience preferred

The primary responsibilities for the Registered Nurses in the PACU consist of:

• Providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care
• Delivering direct patient care
• Ensuring patient satisfaction
• Training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant)
• Adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

The University of Kentucky Healthcare ranks No. 1 in Kentucky for the 7thstraight year and adult specialties rank in the top 10% of all hospitals evaluated (U.S. News & World Report, 2023-2023). Across UK Healthcare you’ll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion. At University of Kentucky Healthcare, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

The University of Kentucky Healthcare is located in the heart of downtown Lexington, KY, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for all who choose to live here. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because:

• Their affordable cost of living
• Healthy lifestyle
• Excellent school systems
• Exceptionally high quality of life

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Perioperative Care

Physical setting:

• Hospital

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• Please provide us with your email address and phone number.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person