Travel PACU RN - 13-Week Hermiston, OR Start ASAP

Jobtome; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 104,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel pay

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

PTO after 1560 hours

Life and Disability

401(k) matching

Refer-a-friend bonus

Recruiter support

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Hermiston, OR. The role requires one year of PACU experience, an active RN license, and current BLS and ACLS certifications.

You will assess patients recovering from anesthesia, monitor vitals and recovery, administer treatments, collaborate with the surgical team, and provide discharge instructions and education to patients and families.

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification.
• Preferred: PALS or ENPC certifications.

Responsibilities

• Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
• Monitor and evaluate patient’s vital signs, level of consciousness, and recovery from anesthesia
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
• Observe and document patient conditions, treatments, and significant incidents and respond to anesthesia and treatments, notifying the care team of significant changes or adverse reactions
• Respond promptly to emergency situations utilizing PACU nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
• Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
• Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Skills

PACU RN experience

RN license valid

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a PACU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Hermiston, OR. The role requires one year of PACU experience, an active RN license, and current BLS and ACLS certifications.

You will assess patients recovering from anesthesia, monitor vitals and recovery, administer treatments, collaborate with the surgical team, and provide discharge instructions and education to patients and families.