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PRN Registered Nurse - PACU (RN)
Job Description
Make a Difference At Deaconess Women's Hospital, you'll be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to women and families throughout every stage of life. As a PACU Registered Nurse, you'll play a vital role in helping patients recover safely and comfortably following surgical procedures, delivering compassionate, high-quality care during some of their most vulnerable moments. If you're a nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys using critical thinking skills, and is passionate about patient-centered care, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do As a PACU RN, you will: Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment Deliver individualized, evidence-based nursing care Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure positive patient outcomes Educate patients and families regarding post-operative recovery and discharge instructions Coordinate care plans and advocate for patients throughout the recovery process Supervise and support care provided by ancillary staff as appropriate Why Deaconess Women's Hospital? Work alongside a highly skilled and supportive surgical services team Care for patients in a specialized Women's Hospital setting Utilize advanced nursing skills in a fast-paced and rewarding environment Be part of a health system committed to professional growth, teamwork, and exceptional patient care Flexible supplemental scheduling opportunities Required Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or a compact licensure state Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Previous PACU, post-anesthesia, critical care, or surgical nursing experience
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$74,167 / year median in Indiana
+13% projected growth