Position Summary:

Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N.  Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process.

 Education:

Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse.  BSN preferred.

B. Training and Experience:

1. One year experience in acute care setting preferred.

2. Current BLS certification required.

3. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire.

4. ACLS certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer to department.

5. PALS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department

6. EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department.

7. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department:

· Lab order entry

· Documentation

· IV therapy

· Unit safety

· Body substance isolation

· Handling controlled substances

· Role in Code Blue

· Admitting patients to the unit

8. Outpatient PACU staff:

· Understanding anesthesia agents

· Understanding reversal agents

· Planning care of the patient

· Implementation of care

· Arrythmia recognition

· Role in Code Blue

· Pacemakers

· Respiratory needs of patients

· Neurological system

· Musculoskeletal system

· Medication decision making

· PACU equipment

· Evaluation of care