RN Acute-PACU-Methodist
Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: November 16, 2024
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Job Description:
OverviewRN Acute- PACU - MethodistFull Time position with On
Call The Post Anesthesia Care Unit is a 21 bay unit where patients
of all ages are recovered from surgery. The PACU recovers a diverse
group of patients including Traumas, Neurosurgery, General Surgery,
ENT, Urology and more. Patients range in complexity from low acuity
to intensive care. This PACU specializes in complex airway
management including extubations. As a member of the
interdisciplinary team, contributes professional nursing knowledge
and skills in the provision and management of care to patients and
their families. Maintains a practice environment that reflects the
ANA Code for Nurses, Philosophy of Nursing at UnityPoint Health
with in the structure of the Professional Nurse Practice Model and
in collaboration with other care givers. Collaborates with
physicians and other health care team members to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate the postoperative plan of care for the
surgical patient. Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team -
For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a
by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter.Come for a fulfilling
career and experience guided by uncompromising values and
unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits
options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what
life stage you're in. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment -
We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard
regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Development - We believe equipping you with support and is an
essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to
improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Visit to
hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a
great place to work.ResponsibilitiesProvides and coordinates
nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process. Completes
documentation to assure an accurate record of patient's care.
Utilizes critical thinking in making independent judgments, and
maintains responsibility for the knowledge of conditions of
assigned patients. Collaborates with physicians and other
professionals in planning and implementing care within hospital
policy and legal limitations. Assesses needs of patients and
families, provides appropriate teaching to facilitate discharge
planning, and makes the necessary referrals to community agencies
to provide continuity of care. Utilizes a holistic approach
(considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational,
safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the
patients served in the assigned service area. Demonstrates
initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety,
and customer service.Qualifications
Keywords: UnityPoint Health, Waterloo , RN Acute-PACU-Methodist, Healthcare , Des Moines, Iowa
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