RN Registered Nurse -Recovery Room PACU

Company: Ascension
Location: Waco
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Job Description:

We Are Hiring: RN Registered Nurse -Recovery Room PACUAscension Providence - Waco, TXFull Time3x12s Monday - Friday with on call requirements*Prefer ICU and or PACU RNsNow Offering Sign-On bonus/Relocation Bonus*Payout based on education, experience and specialtyWhy Join Ascension - Providence?Providence Health Center, part of Ascension, is located in West Waco and was founded in 1905 as Waco's first hospital. The campus, which is part of Providence Healthcare Network, includes a 237 bed, acute-care hospital offering the best level of care in virtually every medical discipline. We are one of the largest employers in Waco with over 2,200 employees who are committed to providing compassionate and personalized care to those we serve.Patient safety is our #1 goal. Surgery will provide properly trained associates to meet the individual needs of our surgical patients. Staffing, including perioperative associates and anesthesia providers, is based on the daily schedule; patient needs; OR suite: equipment; supply; and instrument availability and percentage of staff necessary for each shift.Associate schedules may change temporarily as patient care needs change.Surgical Services leadership includes the Director of Surgical Services, three (3) Clinical Managers in PAT/OPS, Surgery and PACU; one (1) Operations Manager; one (1) Manager in Central Sterile Processing;multiple clinical Coordinators & charge Nurses as appropriate; and individual service line charge nurses. In addition there is one dedicated nurse educator, multiple RN staff nurses, Certified Surgical Technologists, Certified and non Certified Instrument Room Technicians, Transporters and Surgery Schedulers.The Surgery Department consists of fourteen (14) major operating rooms and one (1) cysto room. Inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures are performed in the surgery suites area. Patients are brought to the Pre-Op Holding Area for interview, assessment, and preparation for surgery and then are taken into surgery suites. A hybrid OR suite will be operational in the Fall 22.The type of surgical procedures performed in the surgical suites includes, but not limited to: general surgery, thoracic and cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat/oral surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, and laser surgery.At Providence, our associates are the core of what keeps our ministry thriving. Through interactions with patients, families and visitors, our associates make our mission real. We also value investing into the local community and are committed to giving back and partnering with organizations who are making Waco a great place to live. What You Will Do: Provide direct nursing care for anesthetized patients in the immediate post-operative or post-procedural period.Follow aseptic sterile technique according to Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses / American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (AORN/ASPAN) standards.Evaluate patient's responses to treatments and interventions.Manage patient's pain.Anticipate case-specific needs based on knowledge of procedure(s) performed and pathophysiology. What You Will Need: Licensure / Certification / Registration:Clinical Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.One or more of the following required:Advanced Life Support obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.Education:Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Additional Preferences: No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team: With a team of over 2,300 associates, physicians and volunteers, Ascension Providence is now one of the largest employers in Waco, Texas. We offer a place of respect and inclusion, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today. When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Ascension Providence is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the "EEO is the Law" poster:is the Law Poster SupplementPlease note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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