RN - PACU

Cynet Health; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit in New Jersey for a 13-week contract. The role requires a minimum of 1 year of PACU experience, ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications, and charge nurse experience with a 1–2 patient ratio.

Day shift, 12-hour shifts (08:00–20:30), with possible weekend shifts and on-call duties. RN will monitor post-surgical patients and manage airway, pain, and medication administration in a collaborative hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Must have charge experience and patient ratio experience of 1-2.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage airways as needed and monitor patients post anesthesia.
• Provide continuous patient monitoring and timely pain management.
• Administer medications per hospital protocols and respond to adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safe, effective care.
• Conduct ongoing assessment and evaluation of patient conditions.
• Adhere to infection control and safety procedures.
• Work weekend shifts and participate in on-call duties as required.

Skills

Charge experience

Patient monitoring

Pain management

Tools

Electronic charting system

Job description

RN - PACU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: PACU

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (08:00 - 20:30)

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

License: Current state or compact nursing license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS

Must-Have:

• Previous charge experience
• Patient ratio experience of 1-2
• Required experience with charting system

Description:The Registered Nurse will work in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.This role is suitable for first-time travelers.The nurse will be required to manage patient care post-surgery.They will monitor patients recovering from various surgical procedures.The typical patient population will include adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.Key responsibilities include airway assessment and management, patient monitoring, and pain management.The nurse will administer medications as per protocols and manage any adverse reactions.Collaboration with the healthcare team is essential to ensure optimal patient outcomes.The nurse will participate in the assessment and evaluation of patients' conditions.They must follow hospital protocols regarding infection control and safety measures.Weekend shifts will be required as part of the role.Call and on-call duties may also be part of the responsibilities.