Job Title: RN PACU (Recovery)
Location: Fresno California
Department/Unit: Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Salary Range: $60 to $70 per hour
Shift: Night Shift (19:00 07:30)
Number of Positions: 4
Number of Weeks 12
Job Description
Elitecare Medical Staffing is seeking four experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Fresno California. This role is essential for providing highquality recovery care to patients following surgical procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and assess patients recovering from anesthesia ensuring safety and comfort.
- Provide immediate postoperative care focusing on stabilization and recovery.
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists surgeons and healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized recovery plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed adhering to safety protocols.
- Document all assessments interventions and patient responses accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Educate patients and their families about recovery processes and postoperative care instructions.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies procedures and safety regulations.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
- Must have ICU experience and PACU experience in a Trauma Level 1 or 2 facility.
- Experience with pediatric patients preferred.
- Knowledge of NIH Stroke Scale assessment preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a critical care or recovery setting.
Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
If you are passionate about providing exceptional recovery care and looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment we encourage you to apply!
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