PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates in Bay City, Michigan, is seeking an experienced RN specialized in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a temporary hospital assignment. The RN will provide post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia and respond quickly to changes in patient condition.

Schedule consists of 12-hour day shifts (9:00 AM–9:30 PM) with guaranteed hours and weekend availability. On-call duties may be required as part of the assignment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of dedicated PACU nursing experience.
• Active Michigan RN license required at submission.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, and level of consciousness during post-anesthesia recovery.
• Maintain airway patency and assess respiratory status.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, pain relief, and antiemetics.
• Assess surgical sites, dressings, and drainage for complications.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition and post-operative emergencies.
• Document patient assessments and care in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the perioperative care team.

Skills

PACU nursing experience

Michigan RN license

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 9:00 AM–9:30 PM.
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of dedicated PACU nursing experience.
• Active Michigan RN license required at submission.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) for a temporary hospital assignment in Bay City, Michigan. The RN will provide post-operative care, monitor patients recovering from anesthesia, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.

Schedule & Requirements:

• 12-hour day shifts, 9:00 AM–9:30 PM.
• 36 guaranteed hours per week.
• Weekend availability required.
• On-call availability required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, and level of consciousness during post-anesthesia recovery.
• Maintain airway patency and assess respiratory status.
• Administer prescribed medications, IV fluids, pain relief, and antiemetics.
• Assess surgical sites, dressings, and drainage for complications.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition and post-operative emergencies.
• Document patient assessments and care in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the perioperative care team.