Job Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Charge Nurse at Mercy Gilbert Regional Medical Center, you will provide crucial oversight for all nursing activities during your shift, acting as a primary resource to staff and ensuring exceptional direct patient care. This leadership role is central to directing patient flow, optimizing resource utilization within the PACU, and maintaining the highest standards of quality care that satisfy patients. You will mentor other nurses on competency, documentation, equipment use, National Patient Safety Goals, and actively contribute to inservice education.
Every day you will coordinate patient flow within the unit to facilitate timely and effective care, utilizing the Clinical Response Team (CRT) appropriately for critical situations. You'll apply advanced prioritization and critical thinking skills to accurately assess patients' physical, emotional, spiritual, and learning needs. Your responsibilities include developing and evaluating effective care plans, providing direct patient teaching and care as needed, and documenting meticulously while ensuring all standards of care are consistently maintained. You'll also manage ethical dilemmas and coordinate Ethics Consults.
To be successful in this role, you must have knowledge of surgical procedures and a critical care background. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, basic computer proficiency and strong cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring skills. Your ability to lead, manage change, and assume accountability will be vital in this dynamic Charge Nurse position in a fast-paced Perioperative environment.
- Mentors others in areas such as competency, documentation, equipment use, plan of care, National Patient Safety Goals, and participation in inservice education
- Evaluates care given by staff
- Coaches to improve care
- Exhibits a general understanding of the process for dealing with ethical dilemmas and understands and coordinates the process for obtaining an Ethics Consult
- Coordinates patient flow on the unit to facilitate the provision of timely and effective care
Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000. Join our team at Dignity Health to take advantage of this amazing opportunity!
Job Requirements
Required
- Two (2) years RN experience within applicable clinical specialty
- Associate of Nursing, Diploma or Foreign Equivalent
- Registered Nurse: AZ
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within 6 months
- American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 6 months
Preferred
- Bachelors of Nursing
- Charge Nurse experience
- Pediatric experience
Where You’ll Work
Hello Humankindness
Imagine a workplace where your passion for healing meets a commitment to community. At Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, a 198-bed non-profit facility, you'll be an integral part of providing exceptional, compassionate healthcare to the vibrant and growing communities in and around Gilbert, Arizona.
Exciting News! Coming Soon: A State-of-the-Art Women's and Children's Pavilion will further enhance our specialized care for mothers and children.
You belong here if you are:
- Committed to social justice. We believe everyone deserves equitable access to healthcare, regardless of background or circumstance. You'll contribute to a culture that champions fairness, dignity, and respect for all.
- Dedicated to health equity. We actively work to address disparities in healthcare and improve outcomes for underserved populations. Your skills will help us create a healthier community, one patient at a time.
- Prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways. The healthcare landscape is constantly evolving, and we embrace forward-thinking approaches to patient care. We value creativity, adaptability, and a willingness to explore new solutions to complex challenges.
- Seek a collaborative and supportive environment. At Mercy Gilbert, you'll work alongside a diverse team of dedicated professionals who share your commitment to excellence. We foster a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, and continuous learning.
- Envision a career with purpose. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families and the community. Your work here isn't just a job; it's a calling.
Your skills are valued, your compassion celebrated, and your commitment to a healthier future empowered. Join us and make a lasting impact.
