PACU Registered Nurse
Oro Valley, Arizona
Oro Valley Hospital
$1,345-1,901/weekHealth Advocates Network - Nursing will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
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Travel Registered Nurse (PACU) - Arizona
Location: Oro Valley, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse is responsible for providing care to post-anesthesia patients. This role involves working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, and other healthcare personnel. The nurse will utilize the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and relevant policies and procedures. Critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership are essential for anticipating and planning safe patient care. The nurse will maintain clinical competencies through continuing education, delegate patient care priorities based on staff education and experience, and provide direction and supervision to assigned personnel.
Shift Details:
- 3 shifts of 12 hours each (05:45 - 18:00 and 07:45 - 20:30)
- On-call requirements include one 12-hour call shift (18:00 - 06:30) and two 24-hour call shifts on weekends (06:00 - 06:00) every six weeks
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
Facility
Oro Valley Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 146 beds
About Tucson, AZ
As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:- Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- A car is recommended for getting around.
- Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.
- Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
- Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.
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