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Logan Health RN Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Kalispell, Montana
Job Description Summary:
Join Our Dynamic PACU Team at Logan Health!
Logan Health is urgently hiring experienced RNs with a critical care background to join our renowned Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)! We welcome you to be a part of a highly skilled team in a supportive, fast-paced environment where every day offers new challenges and rewards.
PACU RN team is responsible for being available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with either scheduled shifts or being on call with a maximum 45-minute response time.
Why Choose Logan Health PACU?
Diverse Patient Care : Handle a wide range of post-surgical cases, from orthopedics and general surgery to neurosurgery and cardiac procedures, with patients of all ages (1 month and up).
Unmatched Team Support : You’ll never be alone here! Our nurses work closely with anesthesiologists and rely on each other, fostering an environment of collaboration and trust.
Flexible and Varied Shifts : Enjoy three or four 10-hour day shifts, plus on-call requirements of just 4-5 shifts per month.
Who Thrives Here?
Successful PACU nurses at Logan Health are adaptable, proactive, and resilient. If you have a “go with the flow” attitude, strong critical thinking, and quick decision-making abilities, you’ll fit right in! Our team values flexibility and a positive outlook—traits that are essential in the constantly changing world of PACU.
Qualifications & Experience
Montana RN license or multi-state compact license.
Critical Care Experience : 2 years' prior experience in ICU, ER, or similar settings is preferred; however, we provide full PACU training to get you up to speed!
Certifications : ACLS and PALS are needed to ensure top-quality care.
Why Montana?
Beyond the hospital walls, the lifestyle here is unbeatable. Our team enjoys the outdoors, from hiking and biking to rafting and exploring the local breweries.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking to elevate your career in a team-oriented, rewarding environment with ongoing support and learning, apply now to be a part of our PACU team at Logan Health!
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Qualifications:
Current Montana RN license or a multi state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana; required. BSN degree preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in similar position within a medical setting (eg, physician office, clinic, or hospital) preferred. Experience in assigned area(s) preferred.
Possess knowledge of professional nursing theory, medical terminology and principles of professional nursing practice to administer and evaluate patient care.
Healthcare Provider (HCP) CPR and/or BLS certification required as dictated by each practice/service line.
Additional certifications may be required as applicable to assigned area(s).
Understanding of the confidentiality laws that govern the provider-patient relationship, including but not limited to, HIPAA guidelines.
Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and instruments used in a medical office; simple routine clinical laboratory methods, universal blood and body fluid precautions.
Must have knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations, established protocol for storing poisons, narcotics, acids, caustics, and flammable items; restriction imposed by various manage care carriers, various forms inherent to profession.
Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently. Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Possess considerable knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.
Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.
Job Specific Duties:
Develops, implements and coordinates individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients through the use of the nursing process as appropriate for RN’s as applicable to the assigned area(s).
Maintains nursing standards of care and responds to changing workloads and patient conditions by: remaining calm, making objective assessments, prioritizing, and asking for assistance as appropriate.
Transcribes and implements provider orders and treatments both verbal and written accurately and efficiently as noted by chart reviews and observation. Consistently problem solves issues affecting patient care.
Exhibits a thorough practice of infection control procedures per policy and procedure as applicable to the assigned area(s).
Identifies, verbally evaluates, and reports identified reaction changes in the stated physical and mental conditions of patients.
Documents all encounters with patients seeking health advice according to organizational standards, while clearly demonstrating the nursing process.
Provides individual instruction and education to patients and families concerning health and medical needs per department protocol and as applicable to assigned area(s).
Assesses and anticipates the needs of the patient, and coordinates the necessary interventions as defined by policy, procedure and the written/verbal orders of the provider as applicable to assigned area(s).
Consistently problem solves issues effecting patient care.
The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Shift:
Day Shift - 10 Hours (United States of America)
Schedule Details:
Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.
Schedule:
Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.
Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements
If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
Criminal background check
Reference checks
Drug Screening
Health and Immunizations Screening
Physical Demand Review/Screening
Equal Opportunity Employer
Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.