Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU

ATC Healthcare Services; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC Healthcare Services in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking a Registered Nurse to conduct patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and manage post-operative symptoms. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care and providing education to families for post-operative recovery.

The ideal candidate will have clinical experience in hospital settings and a valid RN license for Virginia. Preferred qualifications include BSN or MSN education along with current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Prior clinical experience in a hospital setting, preferably in PACU, Critical Care/ICU, or Operating Room.
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive post-anesthesia evaluations focusing on airway management and pain control.
• Continuously assess and record patients' vital signs.
• Administer medications for post-operative side effects.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team for patient care.
• Provide emergency airway management and advanced support when necessary.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital monitoring

Symptom management

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Discharge & education

Education

Graduate of accredited Registered Nursing program

BSN or MSN preferred

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive post-anesthesia evaluations, heavily focusing on airway management, hemodynamic stability, and pain control.
• Vital Monitoring: Continuously measure, assess, and record patients' levels of consciousness and vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen levels).
• Symptom Management: Administer prescribed medications to treat post-operative side effects, such as pain, nausea, and vomiting.
• Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary staff to prioritize patient acuity, unit flow, and specialized interventions.
• Emergency Response: Provide airway management, administer emergency fluids or drugs, and utilize advanced cardiac life support techniques when necessary.
• Discharge & Education: Provide emotional support, comfort measures, and clear post-operative discharge instructions to patients and their families.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program. BSN or MSN is highly preferred.
• Experience: Prior clinical experience in a hospital setting. Previous background in PACU, Critical Care/ICU, or the Operating Room (OR) is strongly preferred.
• Licensure: Valid and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the state of Virginia.
• Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or ability to obtain within a set timeframe).

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE