Registered Nurse-Recovery Room

Overview Shift’s Available : Days Location : Mission Regional Medical Center, Mission TX W e ar e seeking a Recovery Room Registered Nurse , also referred to as a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse, PACU RN or PACU Nurse in the recovery room area . The Recovery Room RN plays a critical role in our recove r room by caring for patients as they regain consciousness after surgery or other p erioperative procedures requiring anesthesia. Recovery Room RNs are essential in ensuring a safe recovery from anesthesia, addressing any complications promptly, and supporting patients through the critical early stage s of post-operative or p erioperative care. Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits If you have at least one year of experience in the Perioperative area of the operating roo m as a Circulator , OR Nurse , PACU Nurse or Surgical Nurse y ou are encouraged to apply! Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality healthcare, close to home, for over 60 years. For more information visit . Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): C losely monitor patients’ vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiration, to detect any complications early A ssess and manage pain levels, administer medications as needed to keep the patient comfortable E nsure the patient maintains a clear airway and adequate breathing, address any respiratory issues that may arise post-anesthesia C ontinuously assess the patient’s level of consciousness, neurological status, and overall stability as they recover from anesthesia I nspect surgical sites, manage drains, and dress wounds as necessary, while observing for signs of infection or other complications O ffer reassurance and comfort to patients as they wake up, often disoriented, in a calm and soothing environment, keep the patient’s family informed about their condition and the expected timeline for recovery C ommunicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals regarding the patient’s status and any concerns that arise D ocument all aspects of care provided, including medications administered, patient responses, and any interventions performed D eliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients prior to discharge Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Current and valid state RN License. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training. Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Employment Status Part Time > 59 Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: #J-18808-Ljbffr