Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Marshfield, WI
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days

Position Overview

The PACU Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing exceptional care to patients recovering from anesthesia in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. This role requires proficiency in monitoring and managing patients' recovery, ensuring safety, and providing education to both patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in Phase 1 recovery.
• Monitor vital signs and assess patient conditions post-anesthesia.
• Administer medications and manage intravenous therapy as prescribed.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care and recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Document patient care activities accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Shift Information

This position offers flexible scheduling options, including the choice of 8-hour or 9-hour shifts, with a guarantee of hours per week.

Unit Information

The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) consists of 34 beds, with a primary focus on Phase 1 recovery. Registered Nurses are expected to manage a nurse-to-patient ratio of 2:1 in Phase 1.

• Common surgical cases include robotic prostatectomy, total knee and hip replacements, robotic hysterectomy, and bariatric surgeries.
• Nurses may require training for Phase 2 recovery if not already qualified.
• Nursing support is available with 2-3 Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in the department.
• Respiratory therapy equipment is provided as needed, with Respiratory Therapists assisting in the unit.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a PACU or comparable nursing setting.
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and PALS.
• Ability to recognize and interpret irregular heart rhythms.

Additional Requirements

• Participation in some call duties may be necessary, approximately once every two weeks for weekdays and once every six weeks for weekends.
• Unit-specific orientation will be provided over 2-3 shifts.
• Scrubs will be provided, with a requirement for respectable casual attire when commuting to and from work.
• Floating to post-operative or pre-operative areas may occur if trained.

Professional Development

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities are encouraged to enhance nursing skills and patient care practices in the PACU environment.