Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Alliance Orthopedics; Millburn (NJ); Sur place; USD 69 000 - 83 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Résumé du poste

The Per Diem Registered Nurse – PACU role at Alliance Orthopedics in Millburn, NJ expects you to deliver high-quality post-operative care to patients emerging from anesthesia. You will monitor vitals, manage recovery, and coordinate with the anesthesia and surgical teams to ensure a safe discharge when appropriate.

This onsite position offers a per diem arrangement with approximately 20 hours per month, requiring an active NJ RN license, ACLS and BLS certifications, and OR experience focusing on

Qualifications

• Active NJ RN license.
• Current ACLS & BLS Certification.
• 3+ years OR experience with orthopedic procedures.
• NJ RN license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).

Responsabilités

• Act as PACU RN, monitor and respond to patient vitals post-anesthesia.
• Identify patient and procedure using two identifiers.
• Prepare recovery area per orders and patient needs.
• Provide comfort and reassurance to patients.
• Perform nursing assessments and act on variances.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity.
• Apply nursing process for safe post-anesthesia care.
• Administer medications as ordered and interpret orders.
• Coordinate with the team for continuous patient care.
• Document care accurately and timely.
• Report abnormalities to anesthesia provider/physician.
• Document records legibly and in a timely manner.
• Develop care plans based on procedure and anesthesia.
• Assess discharge readiness of patient and caregiver.
• Review post-procedure instructions and meds reconciliation.
• Confirm understanding of discharge instructions with patient/caregiver.
• Organize time, equipment, and staff for efficient care.
• Manage turnover and supply usage efficiently.
• Assist with patient attire change and stock management.
• Transports patients following safety policies.

Connaissances

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

OR nursing experience

Formation

ADN/BSN nursing degree

Description du poste

Per Diem Registered Nurse – PACU

Department: Medical

Location: Millburn

Compensation: $50.00 - $60.00 / hour

Description

Location: Millburn, NJ

Entity: Team MD

Reports To: ASC Manager

The Recovery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse at TeamMD at Millburn is responsible for delivering high-quality, post-operative care to patients emerging from anesthesia. This nurse monitors and manages patients' physiological status, ensuring a safe and smooth transition from the surgical suite to full recovery or discharge.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total post-anesthesia care process
• Using two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure performed
• Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the recovery room/PACU area according to requirements of patient, physician orders, and patient procedure
• Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
• Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur
• Maintains patient's privacy and dignity
• Utilize the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care, in the immediate post-anesthesia period
• Administers medication(s) per order of physician
• Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction
• Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care
• Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during post-anesthesia period
• Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician
• Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and procedures
• Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia
• Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge
• Reviews post-procedure instructions including medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult
• Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care
• Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
• Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
• Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)
• Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
• Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and cleanliness of recovery room/PACU area
• Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Requirements

• Active RN license in New Jersey
• Current ACLS & BLS Certification
• 3+ years of operating room experience with orthopedic procedures
• Current New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).

Job Type

• Per Diem, preferred 20 hours per month
• Onsite: 37 E Willow St, Millburn, NJ 07041

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays

Background Check Requirement

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law.