Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op in Lapeer, MI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op
Location: Lapeer, MI
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit)

Location

Lapeer, MI

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from general elective, critical, and life-saving surgical procedures
• Monitor and assess patient status in the PACU setting, identifying and responding to changes in condition
• Collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe patient transitions and continuity of care
• Administer medications and interventions as ordered, documenting care accurately in the patient record
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care instructions and discharge planning

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Michigan
• Minimum 2 years of PACU experience (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification – American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification – American Heart Association

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a high-volume or acute care surgical environment
• Familiarity with a broad range of surgical specialties including orthopedics, cardiac, and general surgery

Why Join Us

• Join a nationally recognized acute care facility known for clinical excellence in surgical care, orthopedics, and cardiac services, serving as the primary healthcare provider for the region
• Work within a comprehensive surgical services program that spans a full spectrum of procedures across multiple specialties in a Level II verified trauma center