PACU Registered Nurse
Oneonta, NY
Patterns Hiring
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,200/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,954/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Referral bonus
Description
Unit Type: Combined Phase I and Phase II recovery
Number of Beds: 8
Typical Surgeries:
- General
- Orthopedics
- Plastics
- Urology
- GYN
Patient Population: Primarily adults; pediatric patients seen monthly for ENT surgery blocks
Hours of Operation: 0600–1800
RN-to-Patient Ratios (per ASPAN/AORN guidelines):
- Phase I:
- 1:1 for unstable patients or children under 8 without support at bedside
- 1:2 for stable patients
- Phase II:
- 1:1 for unstable patients or children under 8 without support
- 1:2 for children under 8 with support
- 1:3 for stable patients
Support Provided on the Unit: Techs, aides, and respiratory therapists available
Float Expectations: Nurses are expected to float between ASU (Ambulatory Surgery Unit) and PACU
Ventilator/Intubation Management: Not required—PACU nurses do not manage ventilated or intubated patients
Sedation Recovery: Yes – nurses recover patients receiving moderate sedation or monitored anesthesia care (MAC)
Monitoring & Scoring Tools Used:
- Phillips Monitoring System
- Aldrete Post-Anesthesia Scoring
- Braden Scale
Call Requirements: Yes – approximately once per week (response time per facility guidelines)
Average Length of Stay in PACU: Approximately 1 hour
Employer
Patterns Hiring
About Oneonta, NY
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Oneonta, NY here's what you should know:- Oneonta's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Oneonta are around 80°F, while winter lows can drop to around 15°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Oneonta, and they are relatively easy to find due to the presence of colleges in the area.
- Oneonta is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Oneonta has a diverse population, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
- There is a small population of travel nurses in the area.
- Oneonta offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with regular performances and exhibits.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and other recreational activities in the surrounding natural areas.
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