Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Atrium Health
High Point, NC
3x12 hrs

$32-58/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs

Pay

Estimated pay
$32-58/hour

Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Life insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Health savings account

Description

Overview

JOB SUMMARY Provides assistance to the nursing staff by rendering specific treatments in addition to basic nursing care to assigned patients.  Provides direct and indirect care following physician and nursing orders to achieve the highest standards of age/developmental specific care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED equivalent.  Completion of a North Carolina Board of Nursing approved Nurse Aide II course or nursing student listed as a Nurse Aide II.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:  North Carolina Board of Nursing listing as a Nurse Aide II. Registered as a Nurse Aide I with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Service Regulation. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCSL) required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Participates in the implementation of the nursing process by giving direct care to patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). Assists with admissions, transfers, discharges, pre- and post-operative care.
  • Creates and maintains a safe and therapeutic physical environment (i.e., hallways, utility rooms, par stock, kitchen, etc.) and minimizes risk of injury by promoting fall precautions, use of call bell, side rails, and other safety precautions, including the use of appropriate lift equipment environment for patients, self, co-workers, and facility.
  • Ensures complete, accurate and timely communication of patient information.
  • Performs special procedures correctly under the direction of Registered Nurse (RN). 
  • Communicates to the team, co-workers, patients and family members in an effective, positive and professional manner.
  • Takes personal responsibility and initiative for performance and for professional growth and development.
  • Provides age/developmental appropriate patient care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.
  • SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

    Strong oral and written communication skills

    Excellent interpersonal skills

    Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    Contact with patients and family members under wide variety of circumstances

    Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases

    Occasional exposure to radiation hazards

    Exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals

    Subject to many interruptions

    Occasionally subject to irregular hours

    Uses personal protective equipment

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    0% 35% 65%     to to to     35% 65% 100% N/A Activity     X   Standing     X   Walking X       Sitting   X     Bending     X   Reaching with arms     X   Finger and hand dexterity     X   Talking     X   Hearing     X   Seeing         Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling:     X  

    20 lbs. maximum

        X  

    50 lbs. maximum

      X    

    100 lbs. maximum

     

     

     

     

     

    LaNesha Harris
    LaNesha Harris
    Atrium Health Job ID #6301-120945. Posted job title: NA II, PACU

    Employer

    Atrium Health

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    About
    Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Atrium Health is now part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, which was created from the combination with Advocate Aurora Health. In the Southeast Region, Atrium Health provides care under the Atrium Health name in Charlotte, NC, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist name in the Winston-Salem, NC, region, as well as Atrium Health Navicent and Atrium Health Floyd in Georgia and Alabama. Together, we are committed to providing equitable care for all. Annually, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in community benefits.
    Atrium Health Wake Forest BaptistAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system - anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery.
    Atrium Health NavicentAtrium Health Navicent is the leading provider of healthcare in central and south Georgia and is committed to its mission of elevating health and well-being through compassionate care. Atrium Health Navicent is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the third-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Navicent provides high-quality, personalized care in 53 specialties at more than 50 facilities throughout the region. As part of the largest, integrated, nonprofit health system in the Southeast, it is also able to tap into some of the nation's leading medical experts and specialists with Atrium Health, allowing it to provide the best care close to home - including advanced innovations in virtual medicine and care. Throughout its 125-year history in the community, Atrium Health Navicent has remained dedicated to enhancing health and wellness for individuals throughout the region through nationally recognized quality care, community health initiatives and collaborative partnerships. It is also one of the leading teaching hospitals in the region, helping to ensure viability for rural health care for the next generation. 
    Atrium Health FloydAtrium Health Floyd Medical Center is a 304-bed, full-service hospital located in Rome, Georgia. Serving as the main campus for Atrium Health Floyd, this hospital provides a certified Chest Pain Center, a designated Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. Atrium Health Floyd also is home to a state-designated Level II Trauma Center and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and has specialty centers for pediatrics, and wound care and hyperbaric therapy.
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    About High Point, NC

    Cost of Living
    • The cost of living in High Point, NC is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
    • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
    Weather
    • High Point experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 89°F and lows of 68°F.
    • Winters are mild with average highs of 51°F and lows of 30°F.
    Furnished Housing
    • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in High Point, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing market.
    Transportation
    • High Point is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
    • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
    Demographics
    • High Point is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
    • Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's pollen count.
    • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
    Things to Do
    • High Point offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for its southern cuisine.
    • The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with opportunities to explore local galleries and enjoy live performances.
    • Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events, and outdoor activities are abundant in the nearby parks and recreational areas.
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