Registered Nurse, RN- PACU

<p>We're saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. We can't wait to grow alongside you.<br> </p><p><i>At Tufts Medicine, we're saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. Ready to grow with us? </i><br> </p><div><p>This is an exceptional opportunity to join a Magnet-recognized, community-based hospital that delivers on our promise to provide Complete Connected Care. <br> <br>Lowell General Hospital (LGH) is an outstanding place to work and offers amazing advancement opportunities for our staff. As a Lowell General nurse you can take part in our Clinical Advancement Program which recognizes nurses who consistently expand their roles by providing exceptional patient care. We have competitive salaries benefits, shared governance, tuition reimbursement, clinical mobility tracks and free on-campus parking. Staff are encouraged to participate in our unit based council or one of the many council opportunities.<br><br>The <b>RN PACU </b>maintains current knowledge in areas of the PACU. PACU RN provides professional nursing care to the surgical patient and assists with the post anesthesia recovery of the patient. Maintains optimum standards of nursing care and practice during the post-operative Phase I assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Consults with the operating surgeon and/or anesthesiologist to establish priorities of care for each surgical patient. Maintains PACU and hospital related competencies, policies and procedures. The PACU nurse willbe required to recover post Endoscopy and post Interventional radiology patientswho have received any type of anesthesia.<br> <br><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>RN Massachusetts </b>license required</p></li><li><p>BSN strongly preferred,</p></li><li><p>BLS required, ACLS required, </p></li><li><p>PALS/ENPC required or must be obtained upon hire</p></li><li><p>A strong critical care background<br> </p></li></ul><p><b>Hours: </b></p><p><b>40 hours per week, Day/Evening shift, Latest until 11:00pm</b></p><p><b>Flexible hours available </b></p><p><b>Call Required</b> - <b>holiday, overnight, weekend. </b></p><p><b>Magnet Designation: </b> <br>The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care with our<b><i> 3rd designation achieved in August 2020</i></b>. The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations that are dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only 2% of hospitals have attained a 3rd Magnet designation. <br> </p><p><b>About Lowell General</b></p><p>For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.<br> </p><p><b>About Tufts Medicine</b></p><p>A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.</p><p><i>Tufts Medicine Lowell General is an equal opportunity employer.</i></p></div> <p>Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.</p>