PACU Nurse

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The professional Model of Care require registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. A RN is an independent practitioner who functions as an identified resource to staff in a patient care area.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patient's airway postoperatively including breakthrough laryngospasms; Perform manual intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV); Monitor cardiopulmonary function, airway patency, and oxygen saturation; Provide prompt care to minimize emergence delirium and maintain a safe environment; Evaluate and treat post-operative pain in a timely manner; Manage epidural administration of local anesthetics and opioids; Manage patients with central neuraxial and peripheral nerve blocks; Monitor complications associated with analgesics and act promptly; Contribute to Magnet re-designation through committees, task forces and/or community outreach; Provide comprehensive patient care to a variety of patients; Incorporate all members of the health care team in planning and delivering patient care; Conduct quick assessment of patients and handle emergency situations appropriately; Demonstrate evidence-based practice through participation in unit projects and activities; Analyze assessment data to ensure completion of database and plan of care; Speak up when team members exhibit unsafe behavior; Document according to the highest standards of practice

Requirements

BSN Graduated from an approved school of nursing (Preferred); 2 years PACU experience or related clinical nursing experience in a comparable setting such as critical care or Peds ED (Required); Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required); Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required); Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) (Preferred); Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) (Preferred); Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation at Children's National; Strong skills of airway management; Knowledge of anesthetic agents; Excellent organizational skills and ability to complete assignments on time; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; Collegial and respectful relationships with peers, physicians and other departments

Nice to have

Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN); Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN); Experience in critical care or Peds ED

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; Fair and competitive total rewards package