PACU Staff Registered Nurse - Marion Health

Job Summary

MGH nurses are committed to making an impact in the lives of their patients, and their colleagues. The MGH nurse is professionally engaged, possesses clinical expertise, has a spirit of inquiry, embraces learning and fosters the patient relationship. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of competent and evidence-based care which may include assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Participates in decision making, teaching, mentoring, recovering post anesthesia patients, assisting physicians during procedures and all nursing activities necessary to carry out plan of care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Indiana Registered Nurse License.
• Must pass ACLS within 1 year of Operating Room/PACU hire date and maintain current as according to ACLS policy.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One year nursing experience in hospital or related healthcare setting.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Mathematical calculations and medication preparation and administration.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Seeks consultation/collaboration for complex issues or when unsure, utilizing resources appropriately.
• Developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform patient care applications, echarting, email and other standards applications related to the department operations and job function.
• Strong customer service skills, with special emphasis on patient centered care.
• Ability to promote compassion and a therapeutic environment.
• Ability to provide clinical reasoning; decision-making and critical thinking.
• Ability to use independent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to analytically evaluate problem situations in-depth and come to independent, appropriate conclusions.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.
• Ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously and appropriately prioritize based on patient needs.
• Basic working understanding of concepts of infection control principles to prevent the spread of infection to patients, self and others.
• Ability to react appropriately in any environment or situation.
• General awareness and understanding of legal implication of patient care activities and self-performance while performing job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions and occasional high stress levels.
• Risk for occupational exposure to blood, body fluid and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Works with protected health information.
• Works in close proximity to patients and visitors.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.
• Exposure to potentially violent situations.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Use of computers and other standard office equipment.
• Pushing workstation on wheels to patient rooms.
• Lifting supplies and equipment typically found in clinical patient care areas.
• Operates equipment typically found in patient rooms.
• Must assist patients with mobility both in and out of bed.
• Ability to handle highly emotional and highly stressful situations.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.
Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.

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