PACU
$65 per hourASA Healthcare Staffing
PACU
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
$ None - 65.00 (US Dollar)
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About the Job PACU
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to join our perioperative care team. The PACU RN is responsible for providing intensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures. This role requires advanced assessment skills, rapid decision-making, and a calm, focused approach in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and assess patients as they recover from anesthesia, ensuring stable vital signs, airway management, and pain control.
- Recognize and respond to post-anesthesia complications such as respiratory distress, hypotension, nausea, or changes in consciousness.
- Administer medications, including pain management and antiemetics, per provider orders and facility protocols.
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other team members to ensure safe transitions between phases of care.
- Provide clear communication and hand-off reports to surgical, inpatient, or discharge teams.
- Educate patients and families on post-procedure care, discharge instructions, and follow-up.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Ensure infection control, patient privacy, and safety measures are always followed.
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