Kindred Healthcare·Palestine, Texas
Plans and administers professional nursing care to surgical patients recovering from anesthesia in the recovery room. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, managing surgical sites, and educating patients on post-discharge care.
$10,000.00 Sign On Bonus Join Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, a 150-bed hospital that has recently earned the prestigious Leapfrog “A” Safety Grade, the Platinum Award for quality from parent-company ScionHealth, and certification as a Chest Pain Center and Level IV Trauma facility.
Palestine Regional provides a range of comprehensive care, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
Palestine Regional is an integral part of the local community, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a real impact close to home.
Job Summary Plans and administers professional nursing care to patients in the recovery room/post-anesthesia care unit.
Essential Functions Cares for surgical patients as they recover from anesthesia Monitors vital signs, such as heart or respiratory rate, blood pressure, or oxygen level Comforts patients as they wake; may be required to gently restrain patients Checks surgical site for excessive bleeding or swelling Monitors, documents, and communicates care given, patient's status and reactions to interventions Educates patients on care for the surgical wound or other post-discharge care Performs work under minimal supervision Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Ability to work as part of a team Oral and written communication skills Problem-solving skills Attentiveness Interpersonal skills
Education Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Nursing Diploma program Licenses/Certifications Current state licensure as Registered Nurse in the state of practice BCLS certification required ACLS certification as required by facility of practice Experience Minimum 1 year nursing experience
Requires a nursing degree (BSN, ADN, or Diploma) and current state licensure as a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have at least one year of nursing experience and BCLS certification, with ACLS as required.
Market context
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