Registered Nurse (PACU)

The VIOS Clinic; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in Joplin, MO seeks a compassionate RN to provide high-quality post-anesthesia care in our PACU. You will monitor vitals, assess recovery, manage pain, and respond to changes in patient status.

Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe recovery, educate patients on discharge instructions, and contribute to continuing education and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure required and strong clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to manage complex patient needs with attention to safety and detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced care setting.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care in a PACU setting.
• Continuously monitor vital signs and assess patient recovery status.
• Manage pain and respond promptly to changes in condition.
• Administer medications per clinical standards and ensure safe care delivery.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe recovery.
• Educate patients on discharge instructions and post-procedure care.
• Support an evidence-based practice environment to improve patient outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Job description

Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care to surgical patients in a PACU setting.

• Continuously monitor vital signs and assess patient recovery status.
• Manage pain and respond promptly to changes in condition.
• Administer medications per clinical standards and ensure safe care delivery.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe recovery.
• Educate patients on discharge instructions and post-procedure care.
• Support an evidence-based practice environment to improve patient outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse licensure and strong clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to manage complex patient needs with attention to safety and detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced care setting.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care and education.