PACU RN

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Shreveport, LA area for the following position: PACU RN. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Cardiac Monitoring, Circulate, Pediatric, Presurgical assessment, Robotic surgery, Transplant, or Wound & drain care.

• Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), Academic medical center, Academic medical center, Adoption Assistance, Best Places to Work recognition, Cross training, Cross training, Disability Insurance, EAP, Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Award recipient, Level 1 trauma center, Level 1 trauma center, Life Insurance, Magnet recognized, Medical, Offers sign on bonus, Paid Parental Leave, PTO, Teaching Hospital, Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1 year experience in a PACU, ICU, or a similar high-acuity setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

Responsibilities:

• Provide immediate post-operative care to a variety of surgical patients, monitoring vital signs, and managing symptoms of anesthesia
• Administer prescribed medications and implement treatment plans as directed by medical staff
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical teams to ensure seamless patient transition from the operating room to the PACU to discharge home
• Educate patients and their families on post-operative care, including pain management, wound care, and potential complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with hospital policies and procedures

Benefits:

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $56,000 to $88,000 /year

Location: Shreveport, LA, US

Posted Date: 11/24/2024