Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Miami, FL, USA
Description Job Summary Responsible for the planning and delivery of patient care utilizing nursing processes. Oversees the plan of care for the patient in the immediate post-operative phase. Utilizes effective problem solving strategies and applies evidence based practices while supporting quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director. Provides compassionate and family centered care for PACU patients. Job Specific Duties Recovers patients and supports airway management in collaboration with Anesthesia during Phase I Post-Operative Care. Monitors surgical site and performs post-surgical site assessment checking for circulation, color, temperature, and movement. Monitors post-operative bleeding. Sets up all PCA pumps according to standards and initiates all transfusions of blood/blood products per policy to include cardiac, ICU, NICU, PICU, CICU patients....