Pacu Rn Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required.
• Strong critical thinking and rapid assessment skills.
• Proficiency in airway management and intravenous insertion.
• Excellent communication skills for patient care and teamwork.
• Commitment to safety and patient advocacy.

Nice To Haves

• Previous PACU, ICU, or Emergency Room experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Monitor and record vital signs, level of consciousness, and airway patency in the immediate post-anesthesia phase.
• Anesthesia Recovery: Manage patient emergence from sedation, including the reversal of anesthetic agents and monitoring for complications (nausea, pain, respiratory distress).
• Pain & Symptom Management: Administer medications, including IV pain management, to ensure comfort.
• Critical Thinking: Identify post-operative complications promptly and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient status, interventions, and care plans within the electronic health record.
• Collaboration: Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and nurses to provide comprehensive care.
• Family Education: Provide clear post-operative instructions to patients and their family members upon discharge.