Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Phoenix, AZ
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - PACU

Job Details:

• Work in Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) setting
• Varied work schedule with weekend and holiday requirements
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and document nursing care of patients
• Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs
• Formulate and implement individualized care plans based on assessment data
• Review patient history, diagnostics, and laboratory data
• Report abnormal results to physicians and appropriate caregivers
• Delegate and supervise activities of healthcare team members
• Provide patient and family education and evaluate response to teaching
• Document all nursing interventions and patient responses in medical records
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members for continuity of care
• Minimum one year acute care hospital experience required
• Current valid RN license required
• Must maintain clinical performance competencies through annual validations
• Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 75 pounds, and responding quickly to patient care needs

Facility:

This healthcare organization is a comprehensive medical center that provides specialized post-anesthesia care services as part of their surgical and procedural offerings. The facility maintains high standards for patient care and safety, requiring staff to follow established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The organization emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional development, and excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, and safe care delivery.

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix offers year-round sunshine and a thriving metropolitan area with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, from desert hiking to world-class golf courses. The city provides excellent career growth opportunities in healthcare while offering a vibrant cultural scene, diverse dining options, and proximity to stunning natural attractions like the Grand Canyon.