Registered Nurse (RN) - WC PACU

Performs and documents assessment of the patient/family including biophysical, psychosocial, developmental (age-appropriate), culture, spiritual, and environmental needs in an organized and systematic manner

Analyzes situations, anticipates potential problems, and detects changes in patient status.

Re-prioritizes and updates plan of care based on new information and changes to the patient’s condition; communicates this information to other health care team members and documents in the medical record.

Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and/or patient care conferences and documents in the medical record.

Assists patients/family in implementing their role in the plan of care as appropriate.

Assess patient family learning needs capabilities, preferences, and readiness to learn prior to teaching.

Demonstrates positive and effective interpersonal skills when dealing with patients/families, visitors, peers, and other health care team members.

Administers and documents medications and treatments in a timely manner.

Demonstrates willingness and ability to acquire new knowledge and utilize new skills needed to improve individual, team, and organizational performance.

Participate in unit performance improvement initiatives