Registered Nurse - PACU (Silver Cross Hospital)

Job Description

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way JOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEWyou want to be treated.

Summary:

Provides professional nursing skills in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care for assigned patients. The Registered Nurse provides care consistent with the standards of professional nursing.

Job Description:

• Capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients, and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population.
• Routinely uses acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations.
• Serves as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for patients/families.
• Consistently communicates effectively and respectfully with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Delivers safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process.
• Demonstrates developed assessment skills.
• Documents the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g. computer, clinical pathway, chart).
• Evaluates patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as appropriate.
• Manages time effectively.
• Functions as Charge Nurse when assigned.
• Orients staff or students as assigned in absence of designated preceptor.
• Utilizes resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment.
• Demonstrates effective listening skills.
• Reduces barriers to facilitate communication.
• Utilizes effective conflict resolution skills.
• Recognizes needs and advocates for patient based on knowledge of condition.
• Has awareness of one's own values and how they effect interactions and relationships.
• Identifies and implements a course of action in non-routine situations.
• May seek assistance to resolve complex issues.
• Respects and maintains confidential information.
• Accepts personal accountability for professional development and growth.

Requirements:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. BLS/ACLS required. PALS required (may be completed after hire). Minimum of 2 years critical care experience required (ICU, ER, PACU, etc).

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