Conway Regional
Location
Conway, AR | United States
Job description
Overview
The Registered Nurse (RN) will assume responsibility and accountability for care of infants, children, adults and geriatric patients with health care needs ranging from those requiring outpatient and inpatient intervention to the critically ill. The RN will aid in preparing the patient for their surgical procedure. The PACU nurse is responsible for assessing the patient, should have a thorough knowledge of pain medication and be able to make judgment and assessments when it comes to pain, vomiting or trouble breathing. The PACU RN is responsible for knowing advanced cardiac life support as well as PALS. PACU nurses work in a high-pressure, fast-pace environment, making quick decisions. The RN will utilize the nursing process in the provision of care and will practice within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and the policies, procedures and standards of the Health System. The RN will demonstrate a commitment to teamwork through effective collaboration efforts. Call requirements: One weeknight a week (Monday - Friday) & one weekend (0600 Saturday - 0700 Monday) every 4-6 weeks.Job tags
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