Post Anesthesia Care Nurse

2 weeks ago

Kansas City, Missouri, United States Saint Joseph Medical Center Full time
Job Title: Post Anesthesia Care Nurse

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Post Anesthesia Care Nurse (PACU RN) to join our team at Saint Joseph Medical Center. As a PACU RN, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective recovery of patients from anesthesia.

Responsibilities:
  • Monitor patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and respiration, to detect any complications early.
  • Assess and manage pain levels, administer medications as needed to keep the patient comfortable.
  • Ensure the patient maintains a clear airway and adequate breathing, address any respiratory issues that may arise post-anesthesia.
  • Continuously assess the patient's level of consciousness, neurological status, and overall stability as they recover from anesthesia.
  • Inspect surgical sites, manage drains, and dress wounds as necessary, while observing for signs of infection or other complications.
  • Offer reassurance and comfort to patients as they wake up, often disoriented, in a calm and soothing environment.
  • Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals regarding the patient's status and any concerns that arise.
  • Document all aspects of care provided, including medications administered, patient responses, and any interventions performed.
  • Deliver post-operative discharge instructions to outpatients prior to discharge.
Qualifications:
  • Current and valid state RN License.
  • Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
  • ACLS (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
  • PALS (AHA) certificate preferred.
  • Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training.
  • Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred.
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.

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