POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE : Staff Nurse - PACU
REPORTS TO : Acting Director of Operating Room
POSITION SUMMARY:Provides direct and indirect age-specific care for assigned patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) per scheduled shifts. Responsible for professional performance and safe patient care. The role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation, and care coordination for patients across the healthcare continuum involving families. Abides by the Joint Commission International (JCI) requirements, including but not limited to International Patient Safety Goals, and national and international standards.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General:Competency List "Green Book") policy and procedures including but not limited to:
General:
Unit Specific:
Preceptor’s Responsibilities (when applicable):
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: