Travel PACU RN in Norfolk — 13-Week Assignment

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

License and certification assistance

Continuing Education

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing seeks a travel PACU RN for a 13-week assignment in Norfolk, VA. The role involves caring for patients recovering from anesthesia, performing post-operative care, and coordinating with the surgical team to ensure safe discharge planning.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in PACU, an active RN license, and BLS/ACLS credentials. Travel experience, strong assessment skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are preferred.

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.

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 detailed 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

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing seeks a travel PACU RN for a 13-week assignment in Norfolk, VA. The role involves caring for patients recovering from anesthesia, performing post-operative care, and coordinating with the surgical team to ensure safe discharge planning.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in PACU, an active RN license, and BLS/ACLS credentials. Travel experience, strong assessment skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are preferred.