PACU Registered Nurse
Odessa, TX
ARMStaffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,282/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Quick Look
ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, PACU (Day Shift) in Odessa, Texas.
Location
Odessa, TX
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule/Shift
Schedule includes shifts from 08:00 to 16:00 with a 30-minute lunch break. Call requirements are typically 6 to 8 days per month.
Job Description
The Registered Nurse in the PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) will be responsible for providing care to patients recovering from anesthesia. The position requires collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and other healthcare personnel, adhering to the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, AORN standards, and hospital policies. The nurse will demonstrate critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership in ensuring safe and effective patient care delivery.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-anesthesia patients.
- Monitor patients’ vital signs and recovery progress.
- Work collaboratively within a team to enhance patient outcomes.
- Maintain clinical competencies and engage in continuing education.
- Delegate patient care priorities based on staff education and experience.
- Oversee and guide assigned personnel delivering patient care.
Required Experience
All travel submissions must include at least 2 years of experience and prior travel experience.
Certifications/Licensure
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
About ARMStaffing
Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements — we’ve built it on relationships.
As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.
Employer
ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
About Odessa, TX
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Odessa, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Odessa, TX is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 94°F, and average lows are around 70°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 57°F, and average lows are around 31°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available and relatively easy to find in Odessa, TX.
- Odessa is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is recommended for travel nurses.
- Odessa has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population falling in the working-age group.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Odessa.
- Odessa offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, and there are opportunities to explore art and music in the local scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local games, and there are outdoor activities such as hiking and exploring nearby natural attractions.
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