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Registered Nurse - Adult PACU

UCSF Health • Full-time • San Francisco, CA, US • 4w ago

PACU - Adult

Full Time

80575BR

Job Summary

The Perianesthesia Care Unit at UCSF Mission Bay Adult Hospital includes both the PreOperative (Preop) and, Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU). The team of perianesthesia specialty nurses provides dynamic, compassionate care for a wide variety of surgical patients.

In preparing patients and families for surgery, we assure their readiness and provide preoperative teaching for both themselves and their families. The priority postoperatively is to physiologically stabilize patients, provide innovative pain management strategies, and integrate family-centered care. An interdisciplinary team of nurses, surgeons, specialty physicians, anesthesiologists, pain service physicians and respiratory therapists work to initiate the recovery from surgery which is continued in the inpatient or outpatient setting.

The perianesthesia nurses work collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Utilizing the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation the Registered Nurse provides evidence-based, therapeutic care. The Registered Nurse functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing team; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The Pre-anesthesia (Preop) and Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) at Mission Bay are comprised of 30 combined Preop and PACU beds. The team of over 30 Perianesthesia specialty nurses provide dynamic and compassionate care for a wide variety of adult patients following anesthesia.

The preoperative care area prepares patients for surgery, assures their readiness, and provides preoperative teaching for patients and their families. Our postoperative area cares for patients recovering from a wide variety of surgeries and procedures for the following services: general surgery, orthopedic oncology, breast, plastics, urology, gynecology (benign and oncology), radiation oncology, head and neck, colorectal and endoscopy.

The priority postoperatively is to physiologically stabilize patients, provide innovative pain management strategies, and integrate family-centered care. Once the patient is stable and awake, family members are encouraged to rejoin the patient. An interdisciplinary team of nurses, surgeons, specialty physicians, anesthesiologists, pain service physicians, and respiratory therapists work to initiate the recovery from surgery continued in the inpatient or outpatient setting.

The Perianesthesia nurses work collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other members of the interdisciplinary team while under the support of the Unit Director and Assistant Unit Director.

Required Qualifications

Two years of recent (in the past 5 years) experience in adult in-patient PACU Nursing

Preferred Qualifications

BSN
Previous inpatient PreOp/PACU experience
CPAN or CCRN certification

License/Certification

Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California Active American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009139 CLIN NURSE 2

Job Category

Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Perioperative

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

90%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday

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