Registered Nurse - PACU | Indianapolis, IN

Spectrum-Healthcare-Services,-Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Healthcare Services is recruiting experienced PACU Registered Nurses for upcoming PRN and local contract opportunities at ambulatory surgery centers in Indianapolis, IN.

Essential duties include caring for patients recovering from sedation or general anesthesia, monitoring recovery, managing pain, and documenting in the EHR. Minimum 2 years PACU experience and Indiana RN license are required; BLS/ACLS preferred. Shift: Days; Location: Indianapolis, IN.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from sedation or general anesthesia in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness, and overall recovery status.
• Maintain airway and provide oxygen therapy as needed.
• Assess and manage postoperative pain and anesthesia-related side effects.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments during recovery.
• Evaluate readiness for discharge and provide postoperative instructions.

Job description

Registered Nurse - PACU | Indianapolis, IN

Spectrum Healthcare Services is recruiting experienced PACU Registered Nurses interested in upcoming PRN and local contract opportunities at ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) in Indianapolis, IN.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Providepost-anesthesia care to patients recovering from sedation or general anesthesiain an ambulatory surgery setting
• Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, levelof consciousness, and overall recovery status
• Maintain a clear and open airway through appropriate positioning, suctioning, and oxygen therapy asneeded
• Assess and manage postoperative pain and other anesthesia-related side effects
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments during the recovery process
• Evaluate patient readiness for discharge and provide postoperative instructions to patients and family members
• Communicate patientstatus and recovery progress with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and clinicalstaff
• Maintain accurate andtimely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Location:Indianpolis, IN
• Setting:Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
• Job Type: PRN / Per Diem or Local Contract
• Duration: Varies by assignment
• Shift: Days

Requirements

• Graduateof an accredited school of nursing
• CurrentRN license in the state of Indiana
• Minimumof 2 years of recent PACU orpost-anesthesia recovery experience required
• Previous ambulatory surgery center or outpatient surgical experience preferred
• CurrentBLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA)