Post-Anesthesia Recovery Nurse: PACU Care & Patient Safety

Alpha Home Health and Hospice; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (PACU) to provide safe, evidence-based post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. You will closely monitor vitals, pain, and overall status, responding promptly to changes in condition to protect patient safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork with surgeons and anesthesiologists, accurate EHR documentation, IV therapy management, and participation in quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to administer medications and manage IVs.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Accurate EHR documentation.
• Commitment to safety, infection control, and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and manage IV therapy.
• Maintain patient safety and uphold infection control standards.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and families on care and recovery.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EHR.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

EHR documentation

Infection control

IV therapy

Job description

Alpha Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Registered Nurse (PACU) to provide safe, evidence-based post-operative care for patients recovering from anesthesia. You will closely monitor vitals, pain, and overall status, responding promptly to changes in condition to protect patient safety.

The role emphasizes teamwork with surgeons and anesthesiologists, accurate EHR documentation, IV therapy management, and participation in quality improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, patient-centered