RN - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse

RN - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Nurse

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) with per diem day shifts. This role involves planning and delivering professional nursing care aligned with established policies to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and identify their care needs promptly.
• Organize and implement appropriate patient care plans based on assessments.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for patients during recovery.
• Administer medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Recognize and respond effectively to life-threatening situations.
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned, overseeing nursing activities and staff coordination.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient care records.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
• Participate actively in cost containment and accurate patient service charging.
• Adapt care approaches to meet age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs.
• Support patients' cultural and spiritual practices within medical guidelines.

Education

An Associate Degree in Nursing is required, with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Experience

Previous experience in ICU or PACU settings is preferred. New graduate nurses will not be considered for this position.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in a Compact state or the relevant regional licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational and leadership abilities.
• Understanding of age-specific physiological, psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual patient needs.
• Physical ability to perform duties including standing, walking, bending, and lifting, with potential exposure to blood or infectious materials.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc