Position Overview
Note - Travel Experience Required
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse – PACU is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures. This role involves close monitoring of vital signs, managing pain and post-operative symptoms, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during the critical recovery phase. The PACU nurse collaborates with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive post-operative care and facilitate smooth transitions to other care units or discharge.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor patients’ levels of consciousness and vital signs during recovery from anesthesia
Administer medications for pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms
Assess patients for signs of complications and intervene as necessary
Document patient status, treatments, and clinical findings accurately
Collaborate with anesthesiologists...