PACU RN: Orthopedic Recovery Specialist

United Surgical Partners International; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability

FSAs & HSAs

401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Orthopaedic South Surgical Center in McDonough, GA is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (PACU RN) for a full-time position.

The PACU RN provides continuity and quality nursing care for patients emerging from anesthesia, with assessment, planning, and evaluation prior to discharge. Qualifications include GA RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2 years PACU/CCU experience; comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS and ACLS Required, PALS if required by the center.
• 2 years experience in PACU or Critical Care preferred.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity and quality nursing care for patients in PACU.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care as patients recover.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms with conscious sedation and sterile technique.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort and privacy at all times.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Time management

Education

RN license in state

BLS and ACLS

2 years PACU/CCU experience preferred

Tools

Sterile technique

Conscious sedation assistance

Job description

Orthopaedic South Surgical Center in McDonough, GA is seeking a PACU Registered Nurse (PACU RN) for a full-time position.

The PACU RN provides continuity and quality nursing care for patients emerging from anesthesia, with assessment, planning, and evaluation prior to discharge. Qualifications include GA RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2 years PACU/CCU experience; comprehensive benefits are offered.