Registered Nurse PACU

Overview

We are seeking aPost Anesthesia CareRN,also referred to as a PACU Nurseor PACU RNin the recovery roomareafor our post anesthesia care unit (PACU).The PACU RN, or Recovery Room Nurse, plays a critical role inoursurgerycenterby caring for patients as they regain consciousness after surgery or otherperioperativeprocedures requiring anesthesia. PACU RNs are essential in ensuring a safe recovery from anesthesia, addressing any complications promptly, and supporting patients through the criticalearly stagesof post-operativeor perioperativecare.This position is on a per diem basis, meaningPD/PRNas needed.

Shift’s Available: Variable

Employment Type:Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours:Variable

Location:StMary’sSurgicalCenter– Blue Springs, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

Responsibilities

**If youhave at least one year of experience in the Perioperative area of the operating room as aCirculator,OR Nurse,PACU NurseorSurgicalNurseyou are encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Closelymonitorpatients’ vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiration, to detect any complications early

• Assess and manage pain levels, administer medications as needed to keep the patient comfortable

• Ensure the patientmaintainsa clear airway and adequate breathing, address any respiratory issues that may arise post-anesthesia

• Continuously assess the patient’s level of consciousness, neurological status, and overall stability as they recover from anesthesia

• Inspect surgical sites, manage drains, and dress wounds as necessary, whileobservingfor signs of infection or other complications

• Offer 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

• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionalsregardingthe patient’s status and any concerns that arise

• Document all aspects of care provided, including medications administered, patient responses, and any interventions performed

• Deliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients prior to discharge

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

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.PALS (AHA) certificate preferred.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.

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Employment Status

Per Diem

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Employment Status

Per Diem

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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:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf