Pediatric PACU Nurse — Postoperative Recovery

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Washington, DC. The role requires an RN with strong airway management skills and 2 years PACU experience or equivalent critical care experience.

A BSN is preferred, with licenses including DC RN, CPR, and PALS. Licensed nurses will participate in evidence-based practice, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide high-quality post-anesthesia care to pediatric and other patients

Qualifications

• BSN from an approved school of nursing (Preferred).
• 2 years PACU experience required or related clinical nursing experience in a comparable setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patient's airway postoperatively.
• Perform IPPV as needed.
• Monitor cardiopulmonary function and oxygen saturation.
• Provide timely pain management after surgery.
• Manage epidural and neuraxial anesthesia administration.
• Support Magnet re-designation through leadership and education.
• Maintain regulatory license and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Airway management

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

BSN

Job description

Children's National Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Washington, DC. The role requires an RN with strong airway management skills and 2 years PACU experience or equivalent critical care experience.

A BSN is preferred, with licenses including DC RN, CPR, and PALS. Licensed nurses will participate in evidence-based practice, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and provide high-quality post-anesthesia care to pediatric and other patients