RN/LPN - PACU

AICA Orthopedics, P.C.•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Position Summary: The PACU Nurse is responsible for the direct and indirect provision of professional nursing care to patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical or procedural interventions. The PACU Nurse provides continuous assessment, monitoring, and documentation of patient status while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and timely recovery. Care is delivered using the nursing process within the perioperative and outpatient environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
RN/LPN with an active license in Georgia.
Must hold BCLS & ACLS Certification.
Proficiency in IV placement and blood draws.
Ability to work independently with detail and accuracy.
Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when accessing or communicating patient information.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Responsibilities

Observes facility policies, procedures, and processes
Receives patients from the operating/procedure room and assumes responsibility for post - anesthesia care
Performs ongoing post-operative assessments, including airway patency, vital signs, pain level, level of consciousness, and surgical site evaluation
Monitors patients for anesthesia-related complications and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
Administers medications as ordered by the physician or anesthesia provider
Provides pain management, nausea control, and comfort measures
Accurately documents all assessments, interventions, medications, and patient responses in the medical record
Communicates patient status, concerns, or changes in condition to the physician and anesthesia provider in a timely manner
Ensures patient safety, comfort, and privacy throughout the recovery process
Educates patients and families on post-operative care, medications, activity restrictions, and discharge instructions
Completes discharge criteria and ensures all required documentation and signatures are obtained prior to discharge
Performs post-procedure follow-up instructions and reinforces teaching as needed
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized recovery area
Assists with patient flow and ensures smooth transition from PACU to discharge
Interacts professionally with physicians, patients, families, and coworkers
Maintains confidentiality of patient, physician, and center-related information
Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with the healthcare team
Utilizes initiative, maintains productivity, and supports efficient patient throughput
Performs all other assigned job duties as directed by the Director of Nursing, Administrator, or Providers
Maintains patient documentation.
Pre-operative patient education/teaching.
Pre/Post-Procedure Phone Calls.