PACU Nurse: Expert Post-Op Recovery & Critical Care

Asa Healthcare Staffing; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is seeking an experienced Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to join their perioperative care team in New Orleans, Louisiana. The PACU RN will provide intensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures, requiring advanced assessment skills and effective communication with patients and team members. This role includes monitoring vital signs, managing pain control, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during recovery.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-anesthesia care or critical care is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with patients and families.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Recognize and respond to post-anesthesia complications.
• Administer medications according to provider orders.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons.
• Educate patients and families on post-procedure care.

Skills

Advanced assessment skills

Rapid decision-making

Calm under pressure

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

A healthcare staffing company is seeking an experienced Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to join their perioperative care team in New Orleans, Louisiana. The PACU RN will provide intensive nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures, requiring advanced assessment skills and effective communication with patients and team members. This role includes monitoring vital signs, managing pain control, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during recovery.