Registered Nurse (Preop/PACU)- Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center- Per Diem

Solution for Health International; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

SolutionHealth is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center in Manchester, NH. This Per Diem, Day Shift role supports PACU care for post-anesthesia patients and ties into a collaborative surgical team.

You will monitor vital signs, manage pain relief, administer IV fluids, educate families, assist with discharge planning, and document care in the medical record. New Hampshire RN license required; BLS on hire; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• New Hampshire RN license or compact state RN license required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and perform assessments.
• Provide comfort measures during recovery from anesthesia.
• Administer medications, pain relief, and IV fluids as prescribed.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

New Hampshire RN license or Compact state RN license

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (Preop/PACU)- Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center- Per Diem page is loaded## Registered Nurse (Preop/PACU)- Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center- Per Diemlocations: Manchester, NHtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR13710Come work at the best place to give and receive care!**Job Description:****Who We Are:**The PACU provides an excellent setting for post-operative and post-procedural care. Here patients can benefit from the latest technology and expert team of professional nurses and physicians who provide personalized care to meet their individual needs. The staff offers preoperative assessment and education, intraoperative support services, operative/procedural care, and post operative/post procedural care. These services are provided in a safe and caring environment that is tailored to the individual patient.**About the Job:**A PACU RN provides care for patients recovering from anesthesia after surgical procedures. The PACU RN is responsible for monitoring and assessing the vital signs of patients, managing pain relief medications, administering intravenous fluids, and providing emotional support to family members during recovery. They also communicate with physicians regarding any changes in the patient's condition and may provide education to the patient's family about how to provide care for their loved one. The PACU RN must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while monitoring multiple patients at once and taking appropriate action when needed.**What You'll Do:*** Ensuring that patients receive optimal postoperative care through monitoring vital signs and conducting assessments.* Providing comfort measures to ensure patient's comfort as they recover from anesthesia.* Administering medications, pain relief, and IV fluids as prescribed by the physician.* Educating patients on their recovery progress and answering any questions they may have.* Assisting with discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition back home.* Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for patients after surgery.* Documenting patient's postoperative care in medical records accurately and completely.**Who You Are:*** Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.* New Hampshire Registered Nurse or Compact State Registered Nurse License.* Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment. ACLS preferred.**Work Shift:**Per Diem, Day ShiftAbout 16 hours per week*SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.*