Overview



10AM - 1030PM - PACU


At WellStar we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.

Responsibilities




Recovery Room PACU Registered Nurse



As a Recovery Room PACU Registered Nurse at WellStar Kennestone Hospital, you will be able to work with a dynamic interdisciplinary team in collaboration with our surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare personnel to provide optimal outcomes for our patients. Our nurses are highly skilled and provide expertise in a variety of specialty areas. We play a crucial role in the care of patients across service lines which include but not limited to, Neuroscience (i.e. craniotomy), Interventional Neuroscience (i.e. strokes, aneurysms), Trauma, Orthopedic Surgery, Vascular, Bariatric, General Surgery, General Surgery Oncology, Pediatric, Women's Center, Spine, Thoracic and services for patients requiring post anesthesia care. The Recovery Room PACU is staffed 24/7 to accommodate the needs of the community.


Perianesthesia Services at WellStar Kennestone Hospital offers a variety of experiences and a range of opportunities for professional growth and development which includes ACLS and PALS certifications. Our nurses have a voice in their practice and participate in Shared Leadership to enhance bedside care and promote evidence based practice. We support the achievement of a national specialty certification, such as Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN®) and the Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA®).


The RN Clinical Nurse for Kennestone PACU is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed andunlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receiveindividualized high quality, safe patient care. They practice in a clinical environment that isadministered by Nurse Managers and other leaders and is supported through the WellStarShared Governance Model. The framework for practice is steered by the WellStar ProfessionalPractice Model, 5-Star Nursing and evidence based practice and research. RN competenciesare derived from these models and supported by the WellStar Core Competencies.It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practiceof nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements theScope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.As a member of the patient services team, it is expected that the individual upholds the voiceof the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals..

Qualifications



Required Minimum Education:Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing: Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN)from an accredited school of nursing preferred; National certification in area of specialtypreferredRequired Minimum Licensure/Certification:Current/active license as a registered nurse in the State of Georgia; Must have a current BLScard from the American Heart Association on the first day of employment in position.Required Minimum Experience:Experience with direct patient care preferred.Required Minimum Skills:Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to supportclinical care and holds basic computer skills; Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills alongwith customer service skills required; Ability to function in a fast paced environment andrespond to emergencies in using a decisive, composed and respectful manner; Possess excellent time management skills; practices nursing using evidence and analytical skills along with possessing strong critical thinking skills.