RN - 19512753

ARL • Arlington, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse provides post-operative recovery care in a 10–11-bed unit in Arlington, Texas. The unit typically has 5–6 nurses daily and a 2:1 patient ratio. Equipment includes patient monitors, IV equipment, and EKG equipment. The unit uses Meditech for its EMR and has no floating requirement.

The role involves caring for patients recovering from procedures, including recovery from moderate sedation, airway management, monitoring, and responding to emergencies. The unit offers a supportive environment with experienced staff and opportunities for professional growth. Available scheduling options are mentioned, but specific schedules are not provided.

Requirements

• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• PALS certification.
• More than 2 years of critical care or PACU experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Remove oral or nasal airways.
• Titrate and wean oxygen.
• Perform bladder scans for urinary retention.
• Perform straight catheterization when ordered.
• Monitor and interpret ECGs.
• Monitor blood glucose.
• Reinforce dressings.
• Assess JP drains, Hemovacs, or wound drains.
• Handle post-operative specimens as required.
• Manage airways.
• Administer IV medications.
• Support recovery from moderate sedation.
• Respond to emergencies and perform rapid patient assessments.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed