Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Registered Nurse (RN) - PACUAs an PACU Registered Nurse, you will care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery in a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). Monitor patients' vital signs, assess their consciousness, and manage pain and nausea. Communicate with patients and their families about post-operative care.Responsibilities:Check blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and temperatureCheck the patient's level of consciousness and orientationAdminister medications to treat pain and nauseaLook for signs of bleeding, low blood pressure, or arrhythmiasDress wounds and assess drainsTeach patients and their families about post-operative careUpdate surgeons and anesthesiologists on the patient's conditionTransfer patients to the next destination, usually within a few hoursQualifications:Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in TexasBLS and ACLS certificationsPALS preferredMinimum 1 year of experience requiredStrong clinical assessment and critical thinking skillsCompassionate and patient-centered approach to careBenefits:Competitive salary and benefits package.Opportunities for professional development and advancement.Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.Comprehensive healthcare coverage.Retirement savings plan.Paid time off and flexible scheduling optionsOdessa Regional Medical Center was founded in 1975 as Odessa Women's and Children's Hospital. Through the years, the hospital grew and evolved into a full-service healthcare facility and the name was changed to Odessa Regional Medical Center to reflect its larger campus and more comprehensive services. The hospital has 225 beds and has approximately 250 physicians on staff and has over 700 employees.Today, ORMC offers a wide spectrum of healthcare services, including advanced diagnostic imaging technology, emergency care, innovative surgical procedures, maternity care, comprehensive cardiac services and general medical care.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.