Yuma Regional Medical Center
Published
September 23, 2024
Location
Yuma, Arizona
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Registered Nurse II

Job Description

Work Status Details: PRO RE NATA - AS NEEDED | 12.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Days
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Yuma Regional Medical Ctr

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $39.93
Mid = $51.91
Max = $63.89

Summary:

The Perianesthesia Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) delivers specialized nursing care to patients recovering from various surgical procedures. This roles utilizes critical thinking skills, the PACU RN develops and implements a care plan focused on the patient’s safe recovery from anesthesia. The PACU RN collaborates closely with anesthesia professional, manages pain and stabilizes vital post-operative parameters to ensure effective recovery. Care is tailored to the patient’s age, surgical procedure, and anesthesia type, with thorough reinforcement of procedure-specific discharge instructions to patients, families, and/or significant others.

 

Responsibilities:

Plays a vital role in ensuring a safe and comfortable recovery for patients in the post-anesthesia phase, contributing to the overall success of the surgical process through attentive and specialized care.

Observes and monitors post-operative patients' levels of consciousness and overall status during recovery from anesthesia.

Measures and records vital signs to assess patients’ recovery progress.

Observes for and addresses any signs of side effects from anesthesia medication. Manages and treats post-operative symptoms, including pain and nausea.

Updates and maintains accurate charts, patient files, and medical records.

Collaborates with the medical team to coordinate post-operative care and facilitate timely specialized interventions.

Provides comfort and reassurance to patients and their families, addressing any concerns and answering questions. Educates patients and their families about post-surgery care and discharge

 

Credentials:
Essential:
* ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)
* BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
* PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)
* REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Education:
Essential:
* ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE

Other information:

Required Education, Experience and Essential Credentials:

Associates Degree or higher

REGISTERED NURSE (RN), ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS), BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) (AHA)

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT (PALS)

1+ years related experience

Experience Preferred: Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Record or similar electronic record systems.

 

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

 

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don’t forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma’s many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

https://www.visityuma.com/

 

https://www.yumachamber.org/

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.

Application Instructions

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Yuma, AZ

Posted: 9/20/2024

Job Status: Part Time,Contract/Temporary

Job Reference #: 8996

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