Registered Nurse - PACU

UHS•Washington, DC

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years! This teaching hospital integrates clinical care with existing providers, The George Washington University Hospital, and the Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This clinical integration has a robust system of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for physician offices, clinics, a community space, a 500-car garage and a helipad for emergency transports. We are seeking an experienced PACU Registered Nurse (PRN) Our ideal candidate will provides care to patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery or medical procedures. Their primary role is to monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure patient safety during the immediate post-operative period. They work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate a smooth recovery for each patient.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
BLS certification required
DC RN license required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a PACU setting
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Effective interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities

Responsibilities

Provides care to patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery or medical procedures.
Monitor vital signs, manage pain, and ensure patient safety during the immediate post-operative period.
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate a smooth recovery for each patient.