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Cynet Health lists this RN - PACU opportunity in freeport, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
RN - PACU
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift
Hours per Shift: 9 hours
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: License required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
Must-Have: Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
Description:
Department: PACU
Number of Beds: 5 (Phase 1 and Phase 2)Phase 1 in PACU is covered by PACU staff and travelers.Phase 2 in ACU is for pre-op outpatient.Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1-2:1.Common Cases: General surgery, orthopedic total joint replacements, minor cases, ENT, urology, gynecology, cesarean sections, and podiatry.
Experience: Previous travel experience preferred.
2 to 5 years of PACU experience is preferred but strong candidates with less experience will be considered.EMR System: Meditech.Charge Nurse/House Supervisor: OR Charge RN, RNs are self-sufficient and can manipulate their assignments.Nurse Aids: No aids are available on this unit.RT Equipment: Majority of patients are extubated before PACU, with CPAP/BiPAP available.ICU Patients: Occasionally, intubated patients are transported back to ICU after OR, for ICU care.RNs read cardiac strips.Shifts & Scheduling: Shifts are 9 or 10 hours that rotate to cover late discharges.Schedules are set 4 weeks in advance for 6 weeks, with no self-scheduling.Weeknight/Call Requirements: Average of 1 weeknight per week.Weekend/Call Requirements: Average of one weekend every 5-6 weekends.Holiday/Call Requirements: Call coverage is required.Call Response Time: 30 minutes.Floating Requirements: PACU RNs cover the pre-op holding room, assisting with antibiotic administration and fluids.Scrub Color: Scrubs are provided.Department specific orientation: 1-2 weeks with a preceptor required.Note: All travelers with previous employment must disclose it for a DNU check.
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Worksite address
freeport, IL, 61032, US
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