**Job Summary:** As a Registered Nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), you will be responsible for delivering safe and personalized nursing care to patients during the immediate postoperative/post-anesthesia period. Your role involves assessing patients' physical and emotional well-being upon arrival in the recovery room, developing individualized care plans, monitoring for complications, and ensuring patient comfort and privacy. **Responsibilities:** - Perform thorough postoperative assessments and document patients' status accurately. - Provide nursing care tailored to each patient's surgical condition and anesthesia type. - Notify surgeons or anesthetists promptly of any observed complications. - Educate patients and their families on postoperative care instructions and medications. - Maintain a clean and organized recovery area, ensuring adherence to safety protocols. - Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient outcomes. - Participate in ongoing education to enhance skills and knowledge in PACU nursing. - Uphold professional communication with patients, physicians, colleagues, and visitors. - Support the facility's mission, goals, and values while carrying out assigned duties. **Qualifications:** - Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in [State/Region]. - Previous experience in PACU or critical care settings preferred. - Proficiency in areas such as internal medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, pain management, and medication administration. - Familiarity with airway management techniques and occupational health practices. - Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. - Strong organizational skills to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join our team as a Registered Nurse in the PACU to make a meaningful impact on patients' recovery journeys while advancing your nursing career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated healthcare team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.00 - $55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Differential pay
- Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Jersey City, NJ 07306 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jersey City, NJ 07306: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person