Description
UNC Hillsborough is seeking an experienced RN to join their Pre-Op and PACU team. RNs in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment provide comprehensive assessments, patient and family education, pain and symptom management, and close monitoring of patients before and after surgery.
The ideal candidate will have prior Preop, Post-op, PACU, ED, ICU experience, as this role requires strong critical thinking, rapid assessment skills, and comfort with high-acuity and post-anesthesia patients.
Responsibilities:
- Provide competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards
- Participate in identifying and meeting learning needs of self and patients
- Assess and prioritize patient care needs
- Develop and implement patient care plans
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate patient care
- Communicate relevant information to promote continuity of care
Requirements:
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification
- One (1) year of nursing experience
- ACLS must be obtained before working independently
- PALS must be completed within 6 months of hire
Benefits:
- Free onsite parking
- Convenient outpatient pharmacy