RN Preop Phase 2 Recovery Discharge

**Job Summary** 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** + **PACU RN:** + Assesses the patient's level of consciousness and responsiveness as they wake up from anesthesia. + Evaluates pain levels and administers pain medications as prescribed. + Observes any side effects of anesthesia, such as nausea, vomiting, shivering, or muscle aches. + Monitors for and respond to any post-operative complications. + Administers medications, including pain relievers and other post-operative medications, as prescribed. + Regulates intravenous (IV) fluids and monitor fluid balance. + Checks and changes dressings on surgical wounds. + Ensures a clear airway and provide oxygen support as needed. + Educates patients and families about post-surgery care, potential complications, and discharge instructions. **Qualifications** + 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices. + Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively. + Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects. + Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care. + Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives. **Licenses and Certifications** + RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required + BCLS - Basic Life Support required + ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred + PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred + NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred + Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.