ACU/ PACU RN (Per Diem) at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital

Brattleboro, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Nursing Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Care Plan Development, Patient Education, Collaboration, Supervision, Cross-Training, Safety Management, Interdisciplinary Coordination, Postoperative Care, Preoperative Care, Compassionate Care, Healthcare Provider CPR, ACLS Certification, Universal Precautions

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation Job Description Job Title: ACU/ PACU RN Per Diem Job Code: 794 Hours: Per Diem FTE: Per Diem Weekend Schedule: N/A Holiday Schedule: N/A Call Schedule: N/A FLSA Status: Non-exempt Department Name: Perioperative Services Location: Brattleboro, Vermont JOB SUMMARY: ACU/PACU Registered Nurse The Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) / Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse provides skilled and compassionate care to patients in the preoperative and postoperative phases. This role is cross-trained to support patient care needs across ACU, PACU, and Endoscopy. The ACU/PACU RN delegates appropriate tasks to qualified personnel, provides supervision, maintains a safe environment, and promotes effective nursing care. This role also includes patient, family, and staff education, while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members in the planning and coordination of care. Primary Responsibilities Perform comprehensive assessments of individual patients and patient groups to determine health status. Formulate nursing diagnoses and establish measurable, individualized goals to meet identified health care needs. Develop and implement plans of care, including prescribing and carrying out nursing interventions. Evaluate patient responses to interventions and revise care plans as needed. Maintain competency to provide care in ACU, PACU, and Endoscopy settings through cross-training. Delegate nursing tasks to appropriate personnel and supervise their performance in accordance with licensure and policy. Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and healthcare team members. Educate patients and their families regarding perioperative care, recovery expectations, and discharge planning. Provide education, support, and guidance to peers and other health professionals. Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and optimize outcomes. DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE Perioperative Services consists of the Pre Anesthesia Clinic (PAC), Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU), Endoscopy, Minor Procedures and Sterile Processing Dept. Patients are cared for from 10 months until the end of life. Surgeons credentialed at BMH perform surgery in three rooms. Surgical privileges are maintained in the department. Outside contract services are evaluated per hospital policy. Cesarean sections are performed in the Birthing Center operating room. Perioperative Services is staffed by Registered Nurses, Surgical Technologists, Scheduler/Assistant Staffing Coordinator, Sterile Processing Technicians, Operating Room Assistant, a Unit Secretary, LNA, and a Director of Perioperative Services. The OR provides care 24 hours a day, each day of the year. The OR’s elective schedule is from 7:00am to 3:30pm. Care is coordinated between physician offices, the OR, Anesthesiology, the and the OR/SPD. Start times for surgery, length of day schedule and the block schedule are established by the Surgical Governance Council. The PACU has an area for the immediate post operative care and reassessment of patients for and from surgery, for the admission and discharge of select ACU patients, and primarily, for the provision of intensive observation and care of patients following operative and special procedures. The ACU includes caring for surgical /medical patients and providing pre and postoperative care and education services. Including support for same-day surgical services when applicable. Sterile Processing processes and decontaminates instruments and equipment for the OR and Physician Practices. Pre Anesthesia Clinic is an area staffed by RN’s, a Workflow Coordinator and a Unit Secretary. Patients are interviewed prior to surgery, pre-op consults and test results reviewed and anesthesia guidelines followed to assure adequate patient assessment and preparation prior to surgery. Requirements QUALIFICATION EDUCATION: Graduate of an RN accredited nursing program; BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS: 3-5 years recent ACU/ PACU experience preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S): Active State of Vermont RN license Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification & ACLS Required OSHA CATEGORY OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards. PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. Standing - Up to 1/3 Walking - Up to 1/3 Sitting - 2/3 or more Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3 Pushing/Pulling - Up to 1/3 Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - Minimal Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3 Tasting or smelling - None This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more Up to 35 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2 Up to 50 pounds - None Up to 100 pounds - None More than 100 pounds - None This position has special vision requirements. Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3 Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3 Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3 Outdoor weather conditions - None Extreme cold (non-weather) - None Extreme heat (non-weather) - None Risk of electrical shock - None Work with explosives - None Risk of radiation - None Vibration - None The typical noise level for the environment is: Moderate Very Quiet Quiet Moderate Noise Loud Noise Hearing Ability to hear calls Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others EEO/ADA STATEMENT Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources. Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155 In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

The ACU/PACU Registered Nurse provides skilled and compassionate care to patients in the preoperative and postoperative phases. This role includes comprehensive assessments, care plan development, patient education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.