Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

Alliance Orthopedics; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Alliance Orthopedics is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to provide post-anesthesia care in Millburn, NJ. This role requires an active NJ RN license and 1–2+ years in an OR, specifically with orthopedic procedures.

You will monitor patients post-surgery, administer medications per orders, and collaborate with the surgical team to ensure safe recovery and discharge planning. The OR PACU nurse will maintain accurate documentation, advocate for patient comfort and privacy, and participate in

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey.
• Current CLS, BLS & PALS Certification.
• 1-2+ years of operating room experience with orthopedic procedures.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN).

Responsibilities

• Proactively participates as a team member in support of the post-anesthesia care process.
• Identifies patient and procedure using two identifiers.
• Prepares recovery room/PACU per patient and physician orders.
• Provides comfort and reassurance to patient.
• Maintains patient privacy and dignity; documents care accurately.
• Monitors patient condition and communicates abnormal findings to anesthesia provider.

Skills

OR nursing

Orthopedic procedures

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Post-anesthesia care

Education

RN license in New Jersey

ADN or BSN degree

Job description

Registered Nurse – PACU

Department: Medical

Location: Millburn

Compensation: $50.00 - $65.00 / hour

Description

Registered Nurse – PACU

Location: Millburn, NJ

Entity: Team MD

Reports To: ASC Manager

Alliance Orthopedics is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Operating Room (OR) Nurse

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 CLS, BLS & PALS Certification
• 1-2+ 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 OR Full-Time
• Onsite
• Address: 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.