PACU RN: Advanced Post-Anesthesia Care

MedlinkHealth Anesthesia; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to provide specialized post-anesthesia care for diverse surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor recovery, manage pain, and educate patients and families on recovery milestones and post-discharge care, while adhering to regulatory safety standards and maintaining meticulous electronic medical records.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
• Minimum 2+ years of PACU / Post-Anesthesia Care experience.
• Strong post-anesthesia assessment, airway, and pain management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and continuous clinical monitoring for patients emerging from general, regional, or local anesthesia.
• Evaluate airway patency, hemodynamic stability, surgical sites, sedation levels, and pain management, intervening rapidly with complications.
• Partner with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and perioperative nursing staff to execute treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on recovery milestones, wound care, home care protocols, and safe discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records in accordance with policies and safety standards.

Skills

Post-Anesthesia Care

Airway Management

Pain Management

Critical Thinking

Team Communication

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to provide specialized post-anesthesia care for diverse surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment.

You will monitor recovery, manage pain, and educate patients and families on recovery milestones and post-discharge care, while adhering to regulatory safety standards and maintaining meticulous electronic medical records.