RN - PACU

PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in post-anesthesia care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
• Monitor patients post-surgery, ensuring a safe recovery from anesthesia.
• Assess patients' conditions, including vital signs and pain levels, while responding promptly to any changes.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure the best patient outcomes.
• Administer medications and perform necessary interventions as needed.
• Educate patients and their families about post-operative care and recovery processes.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Requirements

• Current RN license and certification in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a PACU setting.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS.
• Ability to understand and interpret cardiac rhythms.
• Experience with electronic medical record systems, preferably Cerner.

Shift Information

• 9-hour day shifts with a guaranteed 36 hours per week.
• Call approximately once every 2 weeks and every 6th weekend.
• Orientation period of 2-3 shifts.

Unit Information

• The PACU comprises 34 beds, focusing primarily on Phase 1 recovery, with training available for Phase 2.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 2:1 in Phase 1.
• Common cases include robotic prostatectomy, total knee/hip replacements, robotic hysterectomies, and bariatric procedures.
• Nursing assistants are present in the department, with ratios of 2-3 CNAs available to assist.
• Patients recovering from ICU will not be in the PACU; they will go directly to the ICU unit.

Additional Information

• Staff may float to post-op or pre-op areas if trained.
• Scrubs are provided, and a respectable casual dress code is expected to and from work.
• Response time for call is within 1 hour.

If you are a committed PACU RN looking to join a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional patient care.