The PACU Nurse has the responsibility and accountability for assessing the patient immediately post procedure and in taking a leadership role in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing plan of care provided by the patient care team. The PACU RN provides technical nursing care and interventions to a designated patient population per the departments Scope of Practice (infant to elderly adult) in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. It is expected that the Associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The Associate may be required to cross train to DSU or PAT.
Requirements:
One year recent Medical-Surgical or Critical Care experience preferred.
Louisiana or MultiState RN License
Current BLS
PALS
ACLS
If you are looking to join a rapidly growing faith-based organization that encourages professional development, we want you to become a part of the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini family!
CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
