Hospital - PACU RN II (3x12s)
About The Position
The RN II, PACU is a licensed staff nurse functioning at the competent level, responsible for delivering high-quality, post-anesthesia nursing care to patients recovering from surgical procedures. This includes monitoring vitals, managing airways, administering medications for pain and nausea, and responding to recovery-related complications. The RN II works collaboratively with anesthesia providers, surgical teams, and inpatient units to ensure a safe and efficient recovery process. This nurse uses strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills to support timely interventions and improve patient outcomes. The RN II may also participate in shared governance, unit improvement efforts, and preceptorship of new staff.
Requirements
- Licensed staff nurse
- Competent level functioning
- Strong assessment skills
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Monitoring vitals
- Managing airways
- Administering medications for pain and nausea
- Responding to recovery-related complications
- Collaborating with anesthesia providers, surgical teams, and inpatient units
- Supporting timely interventions
- Improving patient outcomes
- Participating in shared governance
- Participating in unit improvement efforts
- Preceptorship of new staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
