PACU Nurse: Post-Anesthesia Recovery & Care Specialist

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Lenexa (KS); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Lenexa, KS. You will provide high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and monitor vital signs to support safe recovery.

You will collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams, manage pain, assess patients, and communicate clearly with patients and families, ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.

Formación

• RN licensure required.
• Strong assessment skills for post-anesthesia patients.
• Proficiency in pain management and observation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to safety and patient-centered care.

Responsabilidades

• Continuously assess patients in PACU, including vital signs and level of consciousness.
• Administer and monitor pain management and post-anesthesia interventions as indicated.
• Recognize patient changes promptly and respond according to clinical protocols.
• Coordinate care with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure safe recovery.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Conocimientos

RN licensure

Vital signs monitoring

Post-anesthesia care

Pain management

Communication

Team collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Lenexa, KS. You will provide high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and monitor vital signs to support safe recovery.

You will collaborate with surgical and anesthesia teams, manage pain, assess patients, and communicate clearly with patients and families, ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care.