PACU Registered Nurse
Saint Louis, MO
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
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:

Registered Nurse - PACU

Job Details:

• Work 3x12 hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 40 guaranteed hours per week
• 24 hours of call per 6-week schedule period as needed
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Will rotate primarily between PACU and pre/post interventional radiology area within PACU unit
• Minimum 1 year of critical care experience or Level I Trauma Center experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• No weekend requirements
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, Vents, IV start, Telemetry
• Must pass Relias EKG exam and demonstrate interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• EPIC charting system experience required
• Float within service line as needed
• No more than 7 days RTO allowed
• Home address must be at least 75 miles from facility
• Manage complicated postoperative patients including multiple drains, vasoactive drips, mechanical ventilation, and recovery from general anesthesia
• Care for surgical patients including GU, GYN, Colorectal, minimally invasive procedures, Bariatric, and some ENT cases
• Treat patient age groups including adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Navy scrubs required
• 40-hour orientation provided

Facility:

This is a major academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center with 1,266 total staffed beds. The facility operates as a short-term acute care hospital with teaching capabilities, featuring the Parkview Tower location. The PACU department provides comprehensive post-anesthesia care with advanced monitoring capabilities and interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams. The facility utilizes EPIC charting systems and maintains high standards for complex surgical and trauma patient care.

Location:

Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis offers a vibrant metropolitan experience with rich cultural attractions, world-class dining, and entertainment options while maintaining a reasonable cost of living. The city provides excellent career opportunities in healthcare and features numerous parks, museums, and recreational activities along with a strong sense of community and Midwest hospitality.