RN PACU

Job description

Job Summary This is a full time RN position working days in our PACU department at Houghton Hospital. This is a full time position working a day shift with call and rotation in the PACU/Periop at Northwest Houghton Hospital Our Northwest Houghton Hospital features 4 OR's providing general surgery services and well as orthopedic , podiatry, and Endoscopy / GI services. Position Qualifications/Minimum Requirements: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families. Essential Functions: Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery. Educates patients and families about post-surgery care, potential complications, an...