RN

Overview Clinical Nurse ​​​​​​​St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI Surgery. Additionally, U.S. News rates St.

Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island. St.

Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials. Job Details Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC).

Receive postoperative patients from the operating room and obtain a comprehensive handoff report from anesthesia and surgical personnel. Perform initial and ongoing assessments of airway, breathing, circulation, neurological status, pain, and level of consciousness. Continuously monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, cardiac rhythm, and other appropriate physiological parameters.

Recognize and respond promptly to postoperative complications, including airway obstruction, respiratory depression, hemodynamic instability, bleeding, nausea, vomiting, and altered mental status. Manage oxygen therapy, airway support, and other interventions within established competencies and protocols.

Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products as prescribed and in accordance with organizational policies. Assess and manage postoperative pain using appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Monitor surgical sites, dressings, drains, IV access, and other postoperative devices.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, medications, and patient responses. Evaluate patient readiness for discharge or transfer based on established recovery criteria and provider orders. Provide patient and family education regarding postoperative care, discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up requirements.

Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, surgical teams, and other healthcare professionals. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention activities, and patient safety programs. Adhere to organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional nursing standards.

Qualifications and Requirements Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Previous PACU, critical care, emergency department, or perioperative nursing experience preferred. Strong knowledge of anesthesia recovery, postoperative assessment, and management of acute patient conditions.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required or obtained within the organization's specified timeframe. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred or required when applicable to the patient population. Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Required Clinical Competencies The PACU RN must demonstrate competency in: Post-anesthesia assessment and monitoring. Airway management and respiratory assessment. Hemodynamic monitoring and recognition of cardiovascular instability. Pain management and sedation monitoring.

Management of postoperative nausea and vomiting. Recognition and management of anesthesia-related complications. Emergency response and resuscitation. Safe medication administration. Patient transfer and discharge readiness assessments. Patient and family education. Posted Salary Range USD $56.39 - USD $83.99 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.