RN | PACU

$60- $64

DHS/LA County-Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center is currently in need of Registered Nurses
(RN) with a minimum of two (2) years of PACU experience as a Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN for providing total care to patients with various injuries, illnesses, disabilities, and post-surgical procedures. In post-op, RN will care for semiconscious patients of all ages and acuity such as observing patients for side effects of anesthesia throughout sedation recovery from the operating room and procedural areas. RN will care for boarding of inpatients needing Intensive Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit/Step Down Unit, Telemetry and Medical/Surgical levels of care. RNs will float within the assigned Facility; and/or from a DHS Facility to another DHS Facility as needed; and/or be scheduled to a Workweek assignment between Facilities as needed. DHS Facilities include but not limited to LA General Medical Center, Harbor UCLA Medical Center, Olive View UCLA Medical Center, and Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center.

• Weekly pay
• Day shift
• Per Diem- 12 hours
• MUST have trauma level 1 experience

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously as needed about patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis.
• Demonstrates knowledge of preoperative factors that alter immediate postoperative phase. Utilizes nursing procedures as a media for communication and interaction with patient.
• Identifies physical symptoms/changes and takes appropriate action in a timely manner. 
• Demonstrates knowledge of airway management and procedures and the ability to use the equipment. Demonstrates ability to assess cardio-respiratory systems for changes and provide appropriate treatment.
• Observes behavioral and physiologic changes due to medications; takes appropriate action and documents. Adjusts and acts upon expectations of patient’s behavior according to the effect medication has on the patient. Follows the five medication rights and reduces potential for medication errors.
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Uses appropriate pain management techniques.
• Demonstrates knowledge of anesthetic drugs, actions and side effects. Demonstrates knowledge of arterial lines, central lines, spinal/epidural catheters and how to document.
• Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments and special procedures. Carries out established techniques for safe administration of medications and parenteral fluids, according to hospital policy and procedure. Carries out safety measures to prevent patient from harming self or others.
• Provides explanations and teaching to patient/family, as necessary. Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy; maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Treats patients and families with dignity and respect. Maintains confidentiality at all times with patients, medical staff and co-workers.
• Completes work in acceptable time frame and in a way that is productive and effective. Willing to take on new work routines/methods. Demonstrates flexibility. Meets and practices facility’s performance standards.
• Other Post Anesthesia (PACU) Registered Nurse (RN) duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Current RN licensure in the state in which RN is working.
• ACLS and PALS certification per contract requirements.
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age