Post Anesthesia Care Nurse RN - Full-Time, Days

Overview

St. Joseph Medical Center CMS 5-Star Award winning hospital, is a faith-based, 310-bed facility providing a wide range of acute care and outpatient services. Key services include the St. Joseph Heart Institute, Senior Care Services, Senior Behavioral Health, Surgical Services and the Joint and Spine Institute. St. Joseph is a member of Prime Healthcare Services, one the nation’s leading hospital systems. It is recognized by Truven Health Analytics as one of the “15 Top Health Systems” in the nation. We believe that continuous, quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. St. Joseph Medical Center is a GREAT place to work!

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Responsibilities

We are seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse, also referred to as a PACU Nurse in the recovery room for our post anesthesia care unit (PACU) at St Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare. The Post Anesthesia Care Unit Nurse (PACU RN), or Recovery Room Nurse, plays a critical role in a hospital setting by caring for patients as they regain consciousness after surgery or other 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 care.

Shifts Available: Days (10 Hour Shifts)

Employment Type: Full Time

• If you are a Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in Critical Care, ED, ICU, PACU or had on the job training (OJT) in the PACU 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
  
  

** If you are a licensed RN, we're prepared to provide training to suitable candidates if no experience in Critical Care **

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• 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
• PALS (AHA) certificate preferred
• previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred