Pacu Registered Nurse (RN) - Casual/Prn
About The Position
At Edina Plastic Surgery, we exist to transform lives by elevating confidence in our patients. Every consultation, every call, and every visit is an opportunity to help someone feel more empowered, more comfortable in their skin, and more aligned with the best version of themselves. This purpose fuels everything we do—from the care we provide to the culture we create. When you join our team, you’re not just answering phones or scheduling appointments. You’re part of something bigger: helping people reclaim their confidence and rediscover joy in how they see themselves. That mission is the heart of who we are—and we carry it into every patient interaction, every single day. At United Aesthetics Alliance (UAA), we are dedicated to empowering our medical professionals and staff at leading plastic surgery practices and med spas nationwide. We believe that when people feel confident in their own skin, they’re free to live with purpose. As a growing medical aesthetics company, we are building a best-in-class portfolio through exceptional partnerships, innovative services, and a culture rooted in excellence. UAA is a rapidly growing company acquiring plastic surgery and med spa practices across the country. Backed by private equity firm, Varsity Healthcare Partners, UAA is poised for successful positioning in the aesthetics market.
Requirements
- Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current CPR and ACLS certification.
- Strong assessment skills and the ability to respond effectively in emergent situations.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a patient-centered approach.
Nice To Haves
- Prior PACU or ICU nursing experience strongly preferred.
- Ambulatory surgery experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care during the immediate post-anesthesia recovery period.
- Admit patients to recovery, receive hand-off from anesthesia, and monitor the patient’s condition throughout recovery.
- Assess and monitor vital signs, dressings, IVs, drains, and overall recovery needs.
- Evaluate patient readiness for discharge and provide recovery instructions.
- Ease patient anxiety, provide reassurance, and respect each patient’s dignity and privacy.
- Support communication with patients’ families in a professional and compassionate manner.
- Collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, and surgical staff to ensure seamless care.
- Respond to urgent situations, including initiating and maintaining CPR when necessary.
- Maintain readiness of the recovery area, including equipment and supplies.
- Participate in Quality Management and Performance Improvement programs.
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and physician directions.
- Engage in continuing education and attend center meetings to maintain competency.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and applicable benefits or employee programs, subject to eligibility.
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Career Level
Mid Level
