Lead PACU Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Specialist

Mclaren-Health-Care; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The RN collaborates with physicians to plan care, provides bedside nursing, and implements medical orders with a focus on patient safety and comfort.

The role emphasizes leadership, delegation, and mentoring, with responsibilities for attending patient conferences, discharge planning, and efficient use of PACU resources. BLS and ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and licensed to practice in Michigan.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS certifications required.
• Minimum six months in an acute care setting or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing care delivery and coordinate assignments for PACU staff.
• Integrate evidence-based knowledge into patient care plans.
• Participate in patient conferences and discharge/transfer planning.
• Precept and mentor new staff and students as needed.
• Ensure efficient use of department resources and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Delegation

Team leadership

Evidence-based practice

Patient education

Teaching & mentoring

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

ACLS

BLS

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Registered Nurse for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. The RN collaborates with physicians to plan care, provides bedside nursing, and implements medical orders with a focus on patient safety and comfort.

The role emphasizes leadership, delegation, and mentoring, with responsibilities for attending patient conferences, discharge planning, and efficient use of PACU resources. BLS and ACLS are required.