Registered Nurse - PACU - PACURN

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU
Location: Houston, TX

Employment Type: Contract
Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. The RN will collaborate closely with physicians and the healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care using the nursing process. This role focuses on monitoring patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring safe transitions, and delivering patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams in delivering patient care
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments for post-anesthesia patients
• Monitor patient recovery from anesthesia, including vital signs and pain management
• Assist with post-operative examinations and treatments
• Provide patient and family education regarding recovery and care instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records and documentation
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Respond effectively to changes in patient condition in a fast-paced PACU environment

Required Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license - Texas
• Minimum 1-2 years of acute care nursing experience
• Experience in PACU, ICU, or surgical recovery setting preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• PACU experience strongly preferred
• ACLS and PALS certifications
• Experience with post-operative patient care and anesthesia recovery
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Key Skills

• Patient assessment and monitoring
• Post-anesthesia care
• Critical thinking and rapid response
• Patient education and communication
• Clinical documentation

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a Joint Commission Certified / WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided, and your salary will be discussed upfront.