Hours:
Full Time: Day Shift 8 to 5 M-F
Location:
Surgical Department
Job Description:
$10,000 sign on bonus for full time and one year commitment.
Summary: Also known as recovery room nurses, post-anesthesia care unit or PACU nurses care for patients who are recovering from anesthesia after surgery. They monitor post-operation vital signs, assess levels of consciousness, and carefully observe patients for any side effects from anesthesia.
We are seeking a dedicated PACU nurse to carefully monitor the condition of patients who are waking up from post-operative anesthesia. You will be monitoring levels of consciousness, measuring vital signs, and treating post-operative side effects of anesthesia medication such as pain or nausea.
To ensure success as a PACU nurse, you should possess experience in caring for post-anesthesia patients and the ability to function in a high-pressure environment. An accomplished PACU nurse will be someone whose expertise results in patients who feel reassured while safely recovering.
Responsibilities:
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Monitoring post-operative patients’ levels of consciousness during recovery from anesthesia.
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Measuring and recording patients’ vital signs.
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Closely observing patients for signs of side effects of anesthesia medication.
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Treating pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anesthesia.
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Updating charts, patient files, and medical records.
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Collaborating with the medical team on post-operative patient care and facilitating timely specialized interventions.
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Providing comfort and reassurance to distressed post-operative patients and concerned family members.
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Educating patients and their families on post-surgery care, as well as answering questions.
Job Qualifications:
Qualifications:
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An Associate’s or Bachelor of Science degree in nursing (BSN).
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Registered Nurse (RN) certification for the state of Texas or other state Compact License.
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Certified post-anesthesia nurse (CPAN) preferred.
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At least two years’ of experience as a nurse in a post-anesthesia care unit.
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Proficiency in electronic hospital management systems.
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Extensive experience in measuring and interpreting vital signs and levels of consciousness.
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Advanced knowledge of best practices in patient care.
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Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
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Superb organizational and time management abilities.