Estimated Pay

$48 per hour

Hours

Full-time

Location

Plattsburgh, New York

Unit Description: The Pre/Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN is responsible for the delivery of care to patients using the nursing process to access, plan, deliver care and evaluate the outcomes. This RN assures a coordinated perioperative experience for patients before, during and after surgical/invasive procedures. The focus of patient care will encompass pre-procedure preparation, intra procedure patient monitoring and physician assistance, post procedure critical evaluation, anticipation and prevention of complications, effective pain management, and patient/family education.

The Perioperative Services Float RN will become competent in two of the three areas of Perioperative Services: Operating Room Circulating Nurse, Pre/Post Nurse, or Endoscopy Nurse.

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State.
Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.
Completion of CVPH critical care course or a passing grade on the challenge exam within six (6) months.
Minimum two years med/surg nursing experience required. Critical Care experience preferred.
Must be able to take call as scheduled.
ACLS required – PALS within 12 months.
Requires excellent customer service and communication skills including voice control/tone, body language, manners, attitude, accuracy in listening with attention to detail.
Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to learn new skills.
Competent in IV therapy and venipuncture.
Ability to anticipate, prioritize, perform and complete multiple job responsibilities in a timely manner.
Previous experience in Periop Services will be considered first.

On call: As scheduled

Incentives: $10,000 sign on bonus, prorated for part-time