PACU RN
Carlsbad, NM
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
4x10 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 8-hour day shifts from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, 5 days per week
• Call rotation required with minimum 1 day per week on-call
• Weekend rotation every 6-7 weeks (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• 2+ years of nursing experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• Experience required in general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, podiatry, plastics, endoscopy, and trauma
• Provide care to post-anesthesia care patients following ASPAN standards
• Work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and other personnel
• Care for pre-op patients and recovery patients in 6-bed unit
• Handle approximately 250-300 procedures monthly
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills and scientific judgment for safe patient care
• Delegate patient care priorities and provide supervision of assigned personnel
• Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education
• Follow state Nurse Practice Act, AORN, and hospital policies and procedures

Facility:

This healthcare facility is a 99-bed medical center that provides comprehensive surgical services including general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, podiatry, plastics, endoscopy, and trauma care. The facility maintains a 6-bed post-anesthesia care unit that handles a significant volume of procedures monthly, emphasizing quality patient care and safety standards in accordance with professional nursing guidelines and regulations.

Location:

Carlsbad, NM

Carlsbad offers a unique desert landscape with proximity to the famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park, providing incredible outdoor recreation opportunities and natural beauty. The area combines small-town charm with access to stunning geological formations and outdoor activities, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking adventure and a slower pace of life.