Post Anesthesia Care Nurse

We are seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse, also referred to as a PACU RN or PACU Nurse in the recovery room area for our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The PACU RN, or Recovery Room Nurse, plays a critical role in our surgery center by caring for patients as they regain consciousness after surgery or other perioperative procedures requiring anesthesia. PACU RNs are essential in ensuring a safe recovery from anesthesia, addressing any complications promptly, and supporting patients through the critical early stages of post-operative or perioperative care. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift's Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: 8-hour shift

Location: St. Mary's Surgical Center - Blue Springs, MO

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

• Sick leave accrual

**If you have at least one year of experience in the Perioperative area of the operating room as a Circulator, OR Nurse, PACU Nurse or Surgical Nurse you are encouraged to apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Closely monitor patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiration, to detect any complications early

• Assess and manage pain levels, administer medications as needed to keep the patient comfortable

• Ensure the patient maintains a clear airway and adequate breathing, address any respiratory issues that may arise post-anesthesia

• Continuously assess the patient's level of consciousness, neurological status, and overall stability as they recover from anesthesia

• Inspect surgical sites, manage drains, and dress wounds as necessary, while observing for signs of infection or other complications

• Offer reassurance and comfort to patients as they wake up, often disoriented, in a calm and soothing environment, keep the patient's family informed about their condition and the expected timeline for recovery

• Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals regarding the patient's status and any concerns that arise

• Document all aspects of care provided, including medications administered, patient responses, and any interventions performed

• Deliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients prior to discharge

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current
• Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Critical Care RN (CCRN)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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