Hospital - PACU RN I
About The Position
The RN I, PACU is a licensed staff nurse at the Novice to Advanced Beginner stage of Benner’s clinical practice model, delivering post-anesthesia care under the direction and supervision of experienced nurses and leadership. This role involves assisting with monitoring vital signs, supporting airway management, administering medications for pain and nausea, and documenting recovery progress. The RN I collaborates with the interprofessional team to ensure safe transitions from surgery to recovery or discharge. Focused on developing clinical judgment and prioritization skills, this nurse engages in continuous learning, participates in shared governance activities, and receives mentorship to support professional growth and progression in the PACU environment.
Requirements
- Licensed staff nurse
- Novice to Advanced Beginner stage of Benner’s clinical practice model
Responsibilities
- Monitoring vital signs
- Supporting airway management
- Administering medications for pain and nausea
- Documenting recovery progress
- Collaborating with the interprofessional team to ensure safe transitions from surgery to recovery or discharge
- Engaging in continuous learning
- Participating in shared governance activities
- Receiving mentorship to support professional growth and progression
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
