Patient Flow Coord 12HR 3 PACU

Job Description

Responsible for the coordination and management of patient flow operatives to meet department needs to ensure an efficient operation of the department by directing functions and activities; interpreting policies and procedures, standards, and regulation as applicable. Demonstrated leadership and excellent knowledge of Huntington Hospital’s Customer Service Standards by being a resource role model of the department.

Must possess excellent problem solving skills and knowledge of applicable laws, regulation and standards by JCAHO and other regulatory agencies. Provides administrative and clinical support to Department Manager such as new hire orientation, staff development, patient care plan update, communication to staff nurses during shift changes, etc.

Performs duties in any nursing capacity as needed. Meets Qualifications for Registered Nurse Job Description.The PACU RN provides concentrated observation and care of patients of all ages during the immediate post anesthesiaperiod and facilitates the patients care through a collaborative effort with physicians and other health care team members, including transfer on a continuum of care to the appropriate department. This position may require flexibility of hours.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree (BSN) required. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) will be considered if enrolled in a BSN program with degree completion within 2 years of date of hire or date of transfer to an RN position.
• Diploma or transcripts on highest degree earned required.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum 2 years of current experience in area of expertise/equivalent service area required.Leadership experience preferred.Must challenge and successfully pass the Basic Dysrhythmia course curriculum within 21 days of hire.
• Basic computer skills/experience with computerized documentation systems required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
• Current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider (PALS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider (ACLS) issued by American Heart Association

Preferred:

• Current unrestricted Certified Post-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) or related certification

About the Hospital

Since 1892, we’ve been proud to play a part in Pasadena’s growth, health and vitality. For 131 years, we’ve grown from a small 16-bed hospital to a nationally recognized health care provider.
Outstanding care comes from outstanding nurses. It’s really that simple. In every nursing discipline and clinical unit, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your professional capabilities in a highly collaborative and supportive environment.
Huntington Health, an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai.