RN - PACU

Post Anesthesia Care Unit RN

Monitoring post-operative patients' levels of consciousness during recovery from anesthesia. Measuring and recording patients' vital signs. Closely observing patients for signs of side effects of anesthesia medication. Treating pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anesthesia. Updating charts, patient files, and medical records. Collaborating with the medical team on post-operative patient care and facilitating timely specialized interventions. Providing comfort and reassurance to distressed post-operative patients and concerned family members. Educating patients and their families on post-surgery care, as well as answering questions. Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.