Plastic Surgery PACU Nurse

Job Description

About Us

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We provide concierge-level care for patients recovering from cosmetic surgery in a private, luxury recovery setting. Our team is dedicated to delivering safe, attentive, and compassionate care during the most critical stages of post-operative healing. We pride ourselves on creating a calm, comfortable, and clinically excellent environment for every patient.

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Position Overview

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We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with strong Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and post-operative recovery experience to supervise and care for patients.

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The ideal candidate is clinically confident, calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and highly skilled in immediate post-anesthesia monitoring and surgical recovery care. This role requires advanced assessment skills, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient status while maintaining a warm, reassuring bedside manner.

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Responsibilities

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• Provide continuous monitoring of post-op and post-anesthesia patients.
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• Perform comprehensive and focused assessments (airway, breathing, circulation, pain control, neuro status, mobility, drains, dressings).
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• Monitor patients transitioning from anesthesia recovery to stable overnight care.
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• Administer medications as ordered and monitor for adverse reactions.
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• Manage IV lines, fluids, compression devices, surgical drains, and post-op garments.
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• Respond promptly to patient concerns or changes in condition.
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• Supervise support staff (CNAs/HHAs/LPNs) and ensure appropriate delegation and care standards.
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• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and provide thorough hand-off reports to the daytime team.
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• Reinforce post-op instructions and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
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Qualifications

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• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida (required).
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• 2+ years of clinical experience in PACU, surgical, or acute care setting preferred.
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• Strong clinical judgment and ability to recognize early signs of complications.
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• Compassionate bedside manner with excellent communication skills.
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• Previous plastic surgery experience strongly preferred.
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• BLS and ACLS certification required.
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Schedule & Compensation

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• Part-time and full-time positions available.
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• Evening and weekend shifts available.
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• Competitive compensation based on experience.
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• Luxury, supportive work environment with dedicated team.
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Why Join Us?

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This is a unique opportunity to work in a boutique post-op care setting with a supportive medical team. You’ll provide meaningful, hands-on care to patients at a critical stage in their recovery while ensuring their safety, dignity, and comfort.