PACU Registered Nurse
Walla Walla, WA
Modern Healthcare Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Position: Registered Nurse - PACU

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse specializing in Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) to provide high-quality patient care. This role involves working effectively in a dynamic environment while ensuring the well-being of patients transitioning from anesthesia.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Day, 5x8-Hour (07:00 - 15:00)
• Float Requirement: Yes, between pre-op, post-op, and PACU
• Weekend Requirement: No
• Orientation Hours: 8

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in all phases of care, particularly in the PACU setting.
• Previous charge experience is required.
• Patient Ratio Experience: 1:1 to 1:5.
• Charting System: Epic experience is mandatory.
• Travel Experience: Not required.

Certifications

• ACLS (preferred)
• BLS (preferred)
• PALS (preferred)

Skills and Expertise

• Respiratory: End-Tidal CO2 monitoring, airway assessment, chest tube management, extubation, LMA/ET, fresh tracheostomy, intubation, oral/nasal airway placement.
• Cardiovascular: Management of cardiac arrest, cardioversion, pacemaker insertion, post-cath lab procedures, and vascular surgery.
• IV Therapy and Phlebotomy: IV access and management, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, and starting and maintaining IVs.
• Patient Care Settings: Ambulatory/outpatient, Phase I PACU, Phase II Recovery, pre-and post-operative care.
• Neurological: Experience in managing anterior/posterior fusions, craniotomies, spinal surgeries, and stroke assessments.
• Medications Management: Administration of antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, antihypertensives, IV vasopressors, narcotics, procedural sedation, and reversal agents.
• Pediatrics: Experience managing pediatric patients, including in ENT procedures.

Surgical Cases and Anesthesia Types

• Experience with surgical cases including cardiac, neuro/spine, orthopedic, vascular, ENT, GYN, and general surgery.
• Familiarity with anesthesia types: conscious sedation, general anesthesia, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), and spinal anesthesia.

Facility and Patient Care Information

• Type of Facility: Short-Term Acute Care / Level III Trauma Center.
• Total Staffed Beds: 104.
• Daily Patient Census: 36 - 52.
• Interdisciplinary Support: Includes physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and social services.
• Special Procedures: Offers a wide range including colon/EGD procedures, urology, neuro, orthopedics, GYN, and plastics.

Additional Information

The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about nursing and meet the qualifications, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

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