RN Pre/Post OP Surgery PRN
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AdventHealth is hiring a RN Pre/Post OP Surgery PRN. AdventHealth seeks a PRN Registered Nurse for the Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit in Hendersonville, NC. The role involves assessing patient status, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, documenting care, communicating with the care team, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates join a purpose‑driven community focused on holistic healing and professional growth.
Key focus areas include Assess patient status upon arrival to the PACU and perform ongoing assessments, Recognize and respond to life‑threatening situations according to PACU protocol, and Administer medications in accordance with hospital and departmental policies.
Preferred (not required): Patient Assessment, Respiratory Status Monitoring, O2 Saturation Monitoring, and Vital Signs Monitoring.
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Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule:
PRN
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
100 HOSPITAL DR
City:
HENDERSONVILLE
State:
North Carolina
Postal Code:
28792
Job Description:
- Assesses patient status upon arrival to the PACU and performs ongoing assessments, including respiratory status, O2 saturation, vital signs, dressings, output from foley and drains, and heart rhythms. Recognizes and responds immediately to life-threatening situations according to PACU protocol. Identifies significant changes in patient's condition, reports to anesthesia/head nurse/charge nurse or surgeon, and documents all appropriate actions. Implements the plan of care to assist the patient in returning to the outpatient area or surgical floor unit. Administers medications competently in accordance with hospital and departmental policies. Observes, documents, and reports patients' responses to medications and nursing care in the paper chart or EMR. Communicates accurate and thorough patient information upon relinquishing care to other healthcare workers. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to facilitate the efficient operation of the PACU. Delegates responsibilities to others based on their roles, knowledge, and capabilities. Maintains a clean, safe, and well-stocked nursing unit free of safety hazards by the end of the shift. Monitors the Electronic Medical Record for new physician orders and diagnostic results. Performs all duties relating to Real Time Scanning accurately and efficiently. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Associate's of Nursing [Required]
- Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience:
- 1+ years nursing experience with surgical patients [Preferred]
- 1+ years ICU or recovery room experience [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf
Pay Range:
$31.64 - $50.13
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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