Job Description
This position involves planning, implementing, and evaluating pre- and post-anesthesia patient care in a timely and accurate manner.
Requires a nursing degree, Tennessee licensure, and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS (within 90 days).
Must respond within 30 minutes for on-call duties and have at least one year of experience in PACU, CCU, or ER.
Work involves caring for patients of all ages, using standard equipment, and functioning under pressure.
Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, individualized care planning, collaboration with surgical teams, patient and family education, medication administration, accurate documentation, and modifying care as needed.
Ensures a healing environment, supports staff development, maintains professionalism, and upholds safety standards.