PACU RN full time

Resurgens Surgical Center (11505); New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in orthopedic care is seeking a dedicated PACU RN to join their team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on delivering top-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in recovery nursing, with responsibilities including monitoring patients post-anesthesia and ensuring their comfort and safety. With a generous sign-on bonus and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in patient recovery. Join a team where your skills and compassion can shine!

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $10k

Health insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement nursing care for post-surgical patients.
• Monitor vital signs and manage pain and nausea post-anesthesia.

Skills

PACU/Recovery Nursing

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Surgical Procedures Knowledge

Aseptic Technique

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Current GA Nursing License

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Resurgens Surgical Center is a single specialty orthopedic practice.

• We are looking for a top performer with solid knowledge of PACU/ Recovery Nursing
• This is a fast-paced environment that is driven to reach the highest quality and satisfaction outcomes in Georgia.
• This is for a Full Time PACU RN shift.
• Sign-on bonus eligible, up to $10k

The PACU RN has the responsibility to plan, direct organize, coordinate, and implement all nursing care services for the post-surgical patients in a manner consistent with our mission statement.

• Nurses work in a post-anesthesia care unit (formerly known as the recovery room), where patients are cared for and monitored as they recover from the effects of anesthesia.
• The nurse's responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to and following surgery.
• This care includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anesthesia.

Additionally, they are responsible for:

• Admits, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Completes ongoing patient assessments and documents according to policy.
• Completes nursing assessment within 2 hours of admission or a designated amount of time; designates reason for incompleteness. Reviews database and nutrition screen.
• Participates in the development of the patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations, and interventions.
• Reports symptoms and significant changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Assesses collaborates, and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Follows age-specific standards in administering medications based on patient’s age.
• Follows age-specific standards of care during altered states of consciousness related to analgesia, conscious sedation, or anesthesia.

Resurgens Surgical Center is a single specialty orthopedic practice.

• We are looking for a top performer with solid knowledge of PACU/ Recovery Nursing
• This is a fast-paced environment that is driven to reach the highest quality and satisfaction outcomes in Georgia.
• This is for a Full Time PACU RN shift.
• Sign-on bonus eligible, up to $10k

The PACU RN has the responsibility to plan, direct organize, coordinate, and implement all nursing care services for the post-surgical patients in a manner consistent with our mission statement.

• Nurses work in a post-anesthesia care unit (formerly known as the recovery room), where patients are cared for and monitored as they recover from the effects of anesthesia.
• The nurse's responsibilities include all aspects of patient care prior to and following surgery.
• This care includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anesthesia.

Additionally, they are responsible for:

• Admits, transfers, and discharges of patients.
• Completes ongoing patient assessments and documents according to policy.
• Completes nursing assessment within 2 hours of admission or a designated amount of time; designates reason for incompleteness. Reviews database and nutrition screen.
• Participates in the development of the patient plan of care to include patient problems, goals, evaluations, and interventions.
• Reports symptoms and significant changes in the patient’s condition to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Assesses collaborates, and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs and readiness for discharge with other members of the care team.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies and procedures, and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates proficient IV setting skills.
• Follows age-specific standards in administering medications based on patient’s age.
• Follows age-specific standards of care during altered states of consciousness related to analgesia, conscious sedation, or anesthesia.

Required Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current GA Nursing License
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Minimum of 2 years experience in Pre-Op/PACU
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
• Understand principles of aseptic technique and their implementation
• Ability to care for patients from infancy to geriatrics
• Knowledge base to recognize, evaluate, solve problems and correct errors
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Excellent teaching skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong professional and ethical behavior
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, physicians and fellow employees. (TEAMWORK)
• Strong customer service skills
• Demonstrate accountability, creativity, innovation and be receptive to change
• Possess basic knowledge of Performance Improvement ideology

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