Part Time schedule + some required call in PreOp & PACU at Oro Valley Hospital in Tucson.
What you'll do
At Oro Valley Hospital you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients before, during, and after surgery.
Recovery room ( PACU ) and Pre-op at Oro Valley Hospital 16 bed dept supports 6 operating rooms and is an all private-room acute-care hospital where technology and skilled professionals come together to provide compassionate, customer-focused care.
- Our key services include a robust orthopedics program using the da Vinci robot
- minimally invasive and robotic assisted joint replacement surgery, general surgery, gastroenterology and many others!
What we offer
Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $20K for student loan payments.
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
- Essential Functions
- Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
- Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
- Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
- Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
- Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
- Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
- Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
- Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
- Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
- Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
- Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
- Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
- PACU RN:
- Assesses the patient's level of consciousness and responsiveness as they wake up from anesthesia.
- Evaluates pain levels and administers pain medications as prescribed.
Qualifications
• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
- Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
- Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
- Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support required
- Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
- Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Skilled Nursing Unit, and large physician group.
- With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work.
- OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients.
- Often described as a “family,” the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community.
- OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
