RN - PACU

Overview

The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within one year – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within one year – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)
• College Diploma in Nursing
• Work Experience: (details not specified)

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by the unit specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up‑to‑date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops an appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communicates with others directly and privately when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin an appropriate solution. Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. Assists and collaborates with physicians, anesthesia personnel, and operating room staff in providing a safe, positive, and efficient experience for patients and families. Conducts point‑of‑care testing on patients (glucose, urine pregnancy, iStats), provides direct patient care to patients emerging from anesthesia post‑op, initiates IV therapy as ordered, administers medications as ordered, and provides discharge instructions for patients meeting phase I and phase II criteria. Works collaboratively with Child Life specialists as needed, assists anesthesia in performing nerve blocks, epidurals, or intrathecal procedures, discontinues IV therapy when appropriate, and is proficient in monitoring and maintenance of mechanical thrombectomy, arterial and central line, chest tube, Femostop Application, lumbar‑EVD drains, sheath vascular access, mechanical ventilation, and IV medications.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $38.93 per hour – $63.35 per hour. This represents a good‑faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, their experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.