Registered Nurse PACU Surgery Recovery

The PACU Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for coordinating the efforts of the multidisciplinary treatment team for the patients under his/her care.The RN is accountable for administering, supervising, coordinating, and evaluating the nursing process in the provision of care; and will strive to maintain and improve patient outcomes.S/he is accountable for working within the parameters of the Florida Nurse Practice Act, regulatory standards, established policies, protocols and procedures; and utilizes other pertinent references as guidelines for clinical practice.S/he critically evaluates evidence for application to clinical practice in his / her area of practice. The value you'll bring to the team: Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate patient care needs for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Performs initial nursing assessments. Documents findings within identified time frames and activates initial plan of care. Documents patients progress in the medical record on a regular basis including assessment and management plans. Safely administers medications to patients according to hospital policy and procedures. Conducts second nurse verifications. Reconciles medication on admission and transfer. Qualifications The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: Minimum Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing upon hire Minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a PACU or critical care setting upon hire Active Florida RN or APRN license required upon hire. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or RQI upon hire. Current American Heart Association Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification or RQI upon hire Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or RQI upon hire Current NIHSS upon hire 8 hours of Stroke Education within 6 months of hire date, then annually. 8 hours Hip & Knee Replacement / Spine Education within 6 months of hire date, then annually. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

• Coordinating the efforts of the multidisciplinary treatment team for the patients under his/her care.
• Administering, supervising, coordinating, and evaluating the nursing process in the provision of care; and will strive to maintain and improve patient outcomes.
• Working within the parameters of the Florida Nurse Practice Act, regulatory standards, established policies, protocols and procedures; and utilizes other pertinent references as guidelines for clinical practice.
• Critically evaluates evidence for application to clinical practice in his / her area of practice.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate patient care needs for the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Performs initial nursing assessments.
• Documents findings within identified time frames and activates initial plan of care.
• Documents patients progress in the medical record on a regular basis including assessment and management plans.
• Safely administers medications to patients according to hospital policy and procedures.
• Conducts second nurse verifications.
• Reconciles medication on admission and transfer.

• Minimum Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing upon hire
• Minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a PACU or critical care setting upon hire
• Active Florida RN or APRN license required upon hire.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or RQI upon hire.
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification or RQI upon hire
• Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or RQI upon hire
• Current NIHSS upon hire
• 8 hours of Stroke Education within 6 months of hire date, then annually.
• 8 hours Hip & Knee Replacement / Spine Education within 6 months of hire date, then annually.

• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

AdventHealth Wesley Chapel is an award-winning health center dedicated to healing the whole person, fostering an outstanding team culture and creating a supportive work environment. The Tampa Bay Times named us the best place to work in the region, and dedication to clinical excellence and patient experience has earned us rank among the top five percent of hospitals by Healthgrades. We challenge ourselves to constantly improve. With our massive expansion and addition of operating rooms, we can care for more patients than ever during medical emergencies and with specialty services, including cancer and wound care. Our campus also features a 50,000 sq. ft. community Health and Wellness Center with an aquatic center, state-of-the-art TechnoGym equipment, more than 100 group fitness classes every week, and individual and small group programs for team members and our community — all of which helps us accomplish our goal of helping our patients and team members feel whole in body, mind and spirit. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Paid Days Off from Day One Student Loan Repayment Program Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Schedule: Full time Shift :Days The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Wesley Chapel From state- of- the- art equipment to the most intricate building details, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel was designed from the ground up to maximize healing, patient care and wellness. Recognized as leader in patient satisfaction and was named Top 100 Hospital in Modern Healthcare Magazine by IBM Watson Health 50,000 sq ft community Health & Wellness Center Comprehensive womens health center named Inspiration Place that incorporates female physician specialists, womens imaging, pelvic floor and female physical therapy and a boutique spa. Consistently named a Top Workplace in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times AdventHealth Wesley Chapel has been named to Healthgrades Top 250 Hospitals list. This places them in the top 5% of hospitals in the country for superior clinical performance and excellence. Opened an offsite 24 bed, 24/7 emergency room in Central Pasco to better serve the emergency health needs of residents in west and central Pasco.