RN Preop PACU

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists Pa; Hattiesburg (MS); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 55.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists Pa is seeking an RN for Preop and PACU care in an outpatient ASC setting. The PRN role will support preoperative and postoperative nursing, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and smooth transitions around surgery.

The RN will monitor vital signs, manage pain, and collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the care team to optimize outcomes. Strong perioperative experience and excellent communication are essential.

Formación

• Current and valid RN license in Mississippi.
• BLS certification.
• Experience in perioperative or critical care nursing.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and anesthesia recovery.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to evaluate patient readiness and identify potential risks.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including education and reassurance.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia recovery status in the PACU, promptly identifying and responding to any adverse reactions or complications.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and communicate effectively with the surgical team to support continuity of care.

Conocimientos

Perioperative nursing

Patient monitoring

Communication skills

Educación

Registered Nurse license (Mississippi)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Descripción del empleo

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RN Preop PACU

PRN Hattiesburg, MS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1170

PRN PreOp/PACU RN

About the Role:

The RN Preop PACU role is critical in ensuring the safety and comfort of patients undergoing surgical procedures in an outpatient ASC. This position involves providing comprehensive nursing care in both the preoperative and post-anesthesia care unit settings, facilitating smooth transitions before and after surgery. The nurse will closely monitor patients’ vital signs, manage pain, and address any complications that arise during the immediate postoperative period. Collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals is essential to deliver coordinated and effective patient care. Ultimately, this role aims to optimize patient outcomes by maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient advocacy throughout the surgical experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Mississippi.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience in perioperative nursing or critical care nursing.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia recovery, and patient monitoring.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems specific to perioperative care.
• Strong communication and patient education skills.
• Previous experience in a hospital or surgical center setting.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough preoperative assessments to evaluate patient readiness and identify potential risks.
• Prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery, including education and reassurance.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia recovery status in the PACU, promptly identifying and responding to any adverse reactions or complications.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and communicate effectively with the surgical team to support continuity of care.

ASC Monday-Friday. Hours needed will vary.