Job Description
Provides care for preoperative and/or postoperative patients recovering from anesthesia, including general, regional, and local. The PACU nurse treats outpatient needs utilizing the Nursing Process (Assessment, Planning, Nursing Diagnosis, Implementation and Evaluation), provides and documents professional nursing care to patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, established SCL Policies and AAAHC Standards. Incorporates the principles of statistical analysis, scientific theory, developmental and decision-making skills for better patient outcomes. Functions in the role of charge/lead nurse and coordinates and delegates the care with/to other professionals and ancillary personnel. Serves as a resource person for other SCL nursing personnel to resolve work-related issues. Eligible to participate in the Clinical Ladder program. Participate in any other job-related duties as requested by Nurse Manager or Administrator. Graduate of accredited Nursing Program with a BSN degree required. 1 year of nursing experience required. Current licensed to practice as a registered nurse in South Carolina. BLS, ACLS, PALS required. Obtains ACLS certification within 6 months of hire/transfer and PALS certification recommended.