RN - PACU

Harborview Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Registered Nurse for an Outpatient Surgery Center in Seattle, WA, for a 13-week contract. Shifts are 4x10 hours with start times at 0600, 0700, or 0800; there are no weekend or holiday shifts.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of RN experience, preferably in ambulatory or outpatient surgery, and experience with the ALCON Unity Machine for ophthalmology. Epic is used for charting, and the unit offers a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years RN experience, ambulatory/outpatient surgery preferred.
• Experience with ALCON Unity Machine for ophthalmology surgeries.
• WA RN license required; ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operative assessments and educate patients.
• Monitor PACU patients until stable for discharge.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as needed.
• Assist with surgical procedures and coordinate with surgical teams.
• Document patient care accurately in Epic.

Skills

RN experience

Ambulatory surgery

Ophthalmology surgery

Tools

ALCON Unity Machine

Epic

Job description

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Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Outpatient Surgery Center (Day Shift) in Seattle, Washington.

Location

Seattle, WA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Scheduled for 4-10 hour shifts on variable days with start times of 0600, 0700, or 0800. There are no weekend or holiday shifts.

Job Description

The Outpatient Surgery Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for pre-operative and post-operative patient care. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ambulatory care and experience with various surgical specialties, including ophthalmology, ENT, GYN, and orthopedics.

Charting will be done in Epic, and the unit provides a collaborative environment with interdisciplinary support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments and provide education to patients.
• Monitor and manage patients in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) until they are stable for discharge.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as required.
• Assist with surgical procedures and collaborate with surgical teams.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient care in the Epic system.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, with a strong preference for ambulatory or outpatient surgery experience.
• Experience with ALCON Unity Machine for ophthalmology surgeries is required.

Certifications/Licensure

• Active WA Registered Nurse license.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements - we've built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.