In addition to the general duties performed by any R.N./L.V.N., the nurse in the Recovery room is responsible for the delivery of quality professional nursing care to the post-anesthesia patient. He/She assists in maintaining the overall function of the recovery room and assists in the pre-op area as needed.

Renders professional quality care to post-anesthesia patients in the PACU, based upon knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age of the patient served.

Required Skills Required Experience

2+ YEARS RELATED EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current New Jersey Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)
• Strong customer service skills
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation and be receptive to change
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology