Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU
HUCKEYE HEALTH SERVICES LLC•Los Alamos, NM
•$31 - $36•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves providing direct nursing care to patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The Registered Nurse will monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures, performing ongoing assessments of vital signs, airway status, pain levels, and overall recovery. Responsibilities include administering medications and IV therapies, collaborating with the surgical and anesthesia teams, and educating patients and families on postoperative care and discharge instructions.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing – required
- Active and unencumbered RN license – required
- Minimum of 1 year of PACU nursing experience – required
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to patients in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures.
- Perform ongoing assessments of vital signs, airway status, pain levels, and overall recovery.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as ordered.
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurses, and other members of the care team.
- Provide patient and family education regarding postoperative care and discharge instructions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
