PACU Registered Nurse - Part-Time; 2 shifts

Job Description - PACU Registered Nurse - Part‑Time (2 shifts/week) (250003H6)

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children’s National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children’s National supports the development of RN relationships with the community; specifically, those relationships associated thicker with the health and well‑being of the community  RN is an independent practitioner who functions as an identified resource to staff in a patient care area.

They will provide comprehensive patient care to a variety of patients. The RN incorporates all members of the health‑care team in the planning and delivery of patient care. They handle complex clinical problems, conduct quick assessment of patients, and manage emergency situations appropriately. They demonstrate evidence‑based practice through participation in unit projects and activities.

Minimum Education

BSN graduated from an approved school of nursing (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

2 years PACU experience required or related clinical nursing experience in a comparable setting such as critical care or Peds ED. (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Must have strong airway management skills and knowledge of anesthetic agents. Excel in organizational skills, adapt to changes, and complete assignments on time. Role‑model critical thinking skills by problem‑solving patient careിയായ‌ and unit/system issues. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with peers, physicians and other departments.

Care incorporates best practices based on benchmarks and evidence within the literature.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (Required)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required)

Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) (Preferred)

Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) (Preferred)

Post‑Anesthesia Clinical Care Activities

• Evaluate and manage patient’s airway postoperatively including breakthrough laryngospasms; apply knowledge of the physiological changes to the airway postoperatively as a consequence of anesthesia and surgery.
• Perform manual intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV).
• Be aware of risk factors that contribute to the condition and make decisions when caring for patients and families.
• Monitor cardiopulmonary function, airway patency, and oxygen saturation.
• Provide prompt care to minimize the incidence of emergence delirium; maintain safety environment while patient experiencing emergence delirium.
• Evaluate and treat post‑operative pain in a timely manner with appropriate intervention.
• Manage epidural administration of local anesthetics and opioids.
• Manage patients with central neuraxial and peripheral nerve blocks.
• Monitor complications associated with administration of analgesics and act promptly to minimize adverse incidents.

Transformational Leadership

• Contribute to Magnet re‑designation as evidenced by independent involvement or leadership in committees, task forces and/or community outreach.
• Communication reflects development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs; make suggestions for resolution of system issues.
• Role‑model procedures for escalation of issues and utilize chain of command.
• Demonstrate proper use of identified hand‑off processes; follow up on inconsistent practice related to handាញ.
• Take the lead in implementing change and support management decisions.
• Role‑model behavior reflecting empathy, concern and a desire to help others.

Structural Empowerment

• Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS.
• Initiate professional activities to enhance nursing practice.
• Engage in active review of peers giving constructive feedback through timely participation in evaluations.
• Role‑model adherence to national…