PACU Registered Nurse
New Orleans, LA
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,303/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Job Opportunity: PACU Registered Nurse
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
- Assigned to Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) with floating to pediatric PACU as needed.
- Care for patients of all ages in pre-op, Phase I, and Phase II recovery.
- Support all major surgical services except critical care patients.
- Unit includes 34 ORs across two floors with a high volume of pediatric patients.
- Special procedures include regional anesthesia and ECT.
- Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 2 patients.
- 2-3 scheduled weekends per contract.
- Use of Epic electronic health record system required.
- May be assigned to an Emergency Team during events, requiring staying onsite until the event passes or serving as relief.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Louisiana.
- PACU - Post Anesthesia Care (1 year of experience).
- PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience within the last year.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association.
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association.
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association.
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
- Preoperative experience.
- Experience with Epic.
Work Schedule
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (5 days per week, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week).
- 2-3 weekends scheduled per contract.
Equipment and Special Skills
- Experience with Hoyer lift, bladder scanner, and Accuvein preferred.
Compliance and Documentation Requirements
- Valid Driver’s License or government-issued photo ID (color copy required).
- 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually.
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly.
- Education verification or transcript/diploma as applicable.
- Sex offender search within 30 days of start, updated monthly.
- NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start.
- Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health.
- Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (no instant screenings).
- Fit mask testing within 1 year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed.
- Immunization/vaccine requirements:
- Tdap (10-year validity) for applicable units.
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella: positive IGG titer or completed vaccine series.
- Hepatitis B: positive antibody titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer; declination allowed with signed form.
- Varicella: positive IGG titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer.
- Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months; if positive, additional documentation required.
- Seasonal flu vaccination, declination, or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31).
- Skills checklist and competency exam specific to specialty required annually.
- Photo for badge: full color, passport-style, taken within last 6 months.
Additional Notes
- Candidates must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness protocols, including possible extended onsite presence during emergency events.
- Candidates uncomfortable with emergency team assignments should not apply.
This position offers a dynamic environment supporting a wide range of surgical patients with opportunities to work in both adult and pediatric care settings.
Employer
PRIDE Health
59 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
My recruiter, Preet, is always on top of things. She doesn't just abandon you after you start your assignment. The company overall is great to work for, offering competitive pay packages and assistance throughout the entire process.
Cons
None
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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About New Orleans, LA
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in New Orleans, LA here's what you should know:- New Orleans' cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the lower cost of living, but the overall affordability is favorable for many.
- Average summer highs range from 89°F to 92°F, while winter lows range from 45°F to 47°F.
- Short term rentals are readily available in New Orleans, especially in popular areas like the French Quarter and Garden District.
- New Orleans is fairly car-friendly, but public transportation options include buses and streetcars, which are convenient for getting around the city.
- New Orleans is a diverse city with a mix of African, French, and American influences.
- The age range is varied, and common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's vibrant healthcare industry.
- New Orleans is known for its vibrant restaurant scene, live music, and rich cultural heritage.
- Visitors can enjoy iconic foods like gumbo and po'boys, explore art galleries and live music venues, and participate in outdoor activities along the Mississippi River.
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