Registered Nurse Same Day Surgery Post Anesthesia

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.

Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity in Same Day Surgery PACU? McKay-Dee Hospital is seeking a dedicated RN to join our team, providing exceptional care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical procedures.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.

• Work-Life Balance

• Supportive Team Environment – Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting.

• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Local Attractions Near McKay-Dee Hospital:

• Treehouse Children's Museum – A fun and educational experience for families.

• High Adventure Park – A great spot for outdoor play and exploration.

• Ogden Nature Center – Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

• Beus Pond Park – A scenic retreat with walking trails and picnic areas.

• Union Station – A historic site featuring multiple museums and exhibits.

Outdoor Attractions:

McKay-Dee Hospital is surrounded by breathtaking outdoor destinations, including:

• Snowbasin Resort – A premier ski resort with year-round activities.

• Antelope Island State Park – Stunning landscapes and wildlife viewing.

• Ogden River Parkway – A beautiful trail for walking, running, and biking.

• Bonneville Shoreline Trail – A scenic hiking route with panoramic views.

Essential Functions:

• Assess: Performs appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative, and developmental skills as appropriate). Seeks and evaluates information acquired from other members of interdisciplinary team: patient, family, physician, non-nursing disciplines, support staff, others.

• Plan: Uses assessment information and critical thinking skills to collaboratively develop individualized plan of care. Actively seeks patient, family, team, and physician involvement to develop plan of care including needed education. Collaboratively plans and prepares patients for further support needs once the current episode of care outcomes are met (i.e., teaching, referrals, and follow-up).

• Implement: Directs the interdisciplinary care team via delegation, coordination, and collaboration as appropriate. Provides or delegates care consistent with plan of care, guidelines of care and professional licensure provisions. Demonstrates the ability to set priorities and to coordinate and organize patient care delivery through effectively managing time, supplies, and resources.

• Evaluate: Evaluates patient response to interventions through review of achievement of goals, clinical outcomes, patient, and family satisfaction. Revises plan of care as indicated and reassesses changes as appropriate.

• Professionalism: Promotes nursing profession and participate in development of others.
  Integrates legal and ethical standards into practice, complies with regulatory standards, practices within scope of licensure, provides accurate & timely documentation, and understands legal implications of care delivery.

Skills:

• Patient Care Delivery

• Nursing Fundamentals

• Interdisciplinary Teams

• Documentations

• Professional Etiquette

• Accountability

• Patient Care Coordination

• Communication

• Patient Evaluation

• Critical Thinking

Physical Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.

• RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4)