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Registered Nurse - PACU

Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

A Registered Nurse (RN) in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is responsible for providing safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care. The RN assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates patient care plans, focusing on comfort, education, and satisfaction. The role includes supervising licensed and non-licensed staff, mentoring, and participating in quality and safety improvement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments and reassessments, making sound independent decisions.
Develop, prioritize, and implement individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Monitor and document patient responses to clinical interventions.
Provide and evaluate education tailored to patient and family needs during the stay and at discharge.
Delegate tasks to licensed and non-licensed personnel; serve as a mentor and preceptor.
Participate in quality, safety, and service improvement initiatives and comply with regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

Experience

Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience, including experience within the last year.
Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing.

Certifications & Licensure

Valid Registered Nurse license in Kentucky.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS).

Additional Information

Prior travel experience is not specified as required.

Facility

Norton Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
1,362 beds

ADDRESS200 East Chestnut StreetLouisville, KY 40202

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Louisville, KY

About

Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.

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