Pacu Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• BSN required
• Current license to practice nursing in the state of Texas.
• ACLS/BLS required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of moderate sedation administration and recovery preferred.
• Two years of experience in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab, preferred.
• Experience in Pre-Op/PACU, CV, and ICU preferred.
• Experience in Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures
• Analyze lab results and medical history
• Provide education to the patient and family members
• Insert and remove IV lines
• Administer drugs, including moderate sedation
• Monitor patient patterns and vital signs during the procedure
• Oversee the safety and comfort of patients
• Provide post-procedure monitoring
• Circulate IR and Vascular cases intraop
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice