Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $51 per hour in Yakima, WA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Yakima, WA
Agency: Adelphi Healthcare
Pay: $51 per hour
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Summary:

• Ref #: SM-U-2523
• Specialty: RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
• Job Type: Contract/ Per Diem
• Location: Yakima, WA
• Shifts: Day, Evening, Night (8, 10, or 12 hours)
• Rate: $51.3/hr

• Active RN license in practicing state required.
• PACU, post-anesthesia, or perioperative experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• BLS required; ACLS or PALS preferred.

• Post-Anesthesia Monitoring:
  • Monitor vital signs, airway, and patient status postop.
  • Administer medications, pain management, and interventions.

• Critical Response:
  • Identify and respond promptly to changes in patient status.
  • Escalate potential complications immediately.

• Documentation & Teamwork:
  • Document patient care accurately in the chart.
  • Educate patients on postprocedure and discharge care.
  • Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams.