Registered Nurse (PACU)
Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care to surgical patients in the PACU. Monitor vital signs, assess recovery status, manage pain, administer medications, and promptly respond to changes in patient condition.
Key Duties
- Continuously monitor patients and evaluate anesthesia recovery needs
- Administer and titrate medications per orders and clinical standards
- Manage pain and support safe, effective recovery
- Escalate concerns quickly and coordinate care during clinical changes
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams
- Educate patients for discharge and support safe transitions of care
Qualifications & Skills
- Current RN licensure
- Strong assessment and patient monitoring skills
- Sound medication administration and pain management knowledge
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment
- Commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous learning