RN Outpatient PACU Outpatient Full-time
Penn State Health

RN Registered Nurse Pre-op/PACU - Ambulatory Surgery

Penn State Health Lancaster, PA, US
Penn State Health - Surgery Center of Lancaster, LLC

Location: US:PA: Lancaster

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Day

Hours: 8hrs

Recruiter Contact: Monica Echeverri at mecheverri@pennstatehealth.psu.edu

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients in compliance with, but not limited to, Standards of Practice as defined by ANA, AORN, ASPAN and State Practice Act Standards, and organization protocols, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Develops, implements, evaluates, and revises plan of care based on physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs of the patient/caregiver. Maintains clinical knowledge and skills competencies to facilitate patient care in accordance with current standards of practice and monitors the environment to provide safe patient care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

  • Currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact
  • AHA BLS, ACLS & PALS before the end of the orientation period.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

  • Prior experience in perioperative or outpatient recovery settings (pre- and/or post-operative care preferred).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in intravenous (IV) therapy, including insertion and management.
  • At least one (1) year of professional nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

  • Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
  • Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
  • Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
  • Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
  • Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH SURGICAL CENTER OF LANCASTER?

The Surgery Center of Lancaster was created to deliver convenient, high-quality outpatient surgical care to the Lancaster community and the physicians who serve it. Our modern ambulatory surgery center is purpose-built for same-day procedures, providing the same clinical excellence, safety standards, and skilled professionals you would expect in a hospital setting, while offering a more efficient and patient-focused experience.

Because we specialize in outpatient surgery, we are able to deliver exceptional care in a streamlined environment. Patients benefit from convenient access, efficient visits, reduced time away from family and work, and high satisfaction with their care experience. Our team is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care and ensuring every surgical visit is as comfortable and seamless as possible.

At Surgery Center of Lancaster, our staff works together to create a warm, supportive environment where patients feel cared for and team members feel valued. We are dedicated to clinical excellence, safety, and continuous improvement in everything we do.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

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