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Registered Nurse / RN PACU

Job Description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Surgery Recovery Room (PACU) Registered Nurse in Topeka Kansas.

 

Why Join Us?

 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

  • The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities

  • The Circulating Nurse is responsible for coordinating and managing the multidisciplinary activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing surgical intervention.
  • Assess patient’s physical and psychological needs.
  • Evaluate and implement appropriate measures to assure a safe recovery from anesthesia.
  • The OR nurse serves as a patient advocate in the provision of care and is responsible for ensuring patient safety during intra-operative period and with recovery from anesthesia during immediate post op period and with transport to PACU.

Qualifications

Job Requirements: 

  • Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing;
  • Current Nursing License in the State of Kansas;
  • Current BLS certification;
  • Current ACLS certifications;

Preferred Job Requirements:

  • Two years of experience preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.