Registered Nurse (PACU)

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing • Marrero, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Registered Nurse (PACU) to join a hospital in Marrero, LA. This role involves providing immediate post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgery. The nurse will ensure a safe emergence from anesthesia and a stable transition to the next level of care. This is a per-diem position with a competitive hourly rate.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree).
• Active Louisiana state RN license and current BLS Certification.
• ACLS and PALS certification are strongly required (or must be obtained within a specified timeframe).
• At least one year of relevant experience is required.
• Proficient in airway management, pain management (including PCA pumps and epidurals), hemodynamic monitoring, management of post-op nausea/vomiting (PONV), and care of surgical drains, catheters, and wound vacs.
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment abilities; calm and decisive in emergency situations; excellent communication with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and OR staff; compassionate patient and family interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor post-surgical patients upon arrival to PACU, including airway patency, breathing, circulation (ABCs), vital signs, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness, and surgical site(s).
• Manage emergence from general anesthesia, regional blocks (spinal, epidural), and monitored anesthesia care (MAC).
• Administer medications for pain control, nausea, shivering, and blood pressure management as ordered.
• Monitor for and respond to immediate post-op complications, including respiratory depression, laryngospasm, hypotension, hypertension, bleeding, or anaphylaxis.
• Assess and manage incision sites, dressings, drains (Jackson-Pratt, Hemovac), chest tubes, and urinary catheters.
• Communicate effectively with anesthesia providers and surgeons regarding patient status, vital sign trends, and any concerns.
• Use sedation scales (e.g., Aldrete score, RASS) to determine readiness for discharge from PACU to the next level of care (Med/Surg, Stepdown, ICU, or Phase II discharge home).
• Educate patients and families on post-procedure expectations, pain management, activity restrictions, and follow-up care.
• Document all assessments, interventions, medications, and discharge criteria in the EMR accurately and promptly.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $44.06 per hour
• Work Schedule: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM CDT (includes a 30-minute break) – Per-diem
• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree