About this role
Shifts vary
Provides care for preoperative and/or post operative patients recovering from anesthesia, including general, regional, and local. The PACU nurse treats inpatient and outpatients needs utilizing the Nursing Process (Assessment, Planning, Nursing Diagnosis, Implementation and Evaluation) provides and documents professional nursing care to patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, critical pathways, established SRH and
Nursing Policies and Standard Work, and ASPAN standards. Incorporates the principles of statistical analysis, scientific theory, developmental and decision-making skills for better patient outcomes. Functions in the role of charge/lead nurse and coordinates and delegates the care with/to other professionals and ancillary personnel. Serves as a resource person for other SRH/nursing personnel to resolve work-related issues. Eligible to participate in the Clinical Ladder program. Participates in any other job related duties as requested by Nurse Manager or Director.
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina. One year nursing experience required. BLS, ACLS and PALS required. Obtains ACLS certification within 6 months of hire/transfer and PALS certification within 1 year of hire/transfer.
Rotating hours