RN PACU Full-time
Prime Healthcare

Registered Nurse PACU

Prime Healthcare Kansas City, MO 64114, US

Bonus Amount

20,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Shift’s Available:  Days 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center - Kansas City, MO

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options 
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 
  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 
  • Employer 401K options 
  • Tuition reimbursement options  
  • Life, disability, and other insurance options 
  • Many other amazing benefits 

 

We are seeking a Post Anesthesia Care RN, also referred to as a PACU Nurse in the recovery room area for our post anesthesia care unit (PACU). The PACU RN, or Recovery Room Nurse, plays a critical role in our surgery center by caring for patients as they regain consciousness after surgery or other perioperative procedures requiring anesthesia. PACU RNs are essential in ensuring a safe recovery from anesthesia, addressing any complications promptly, and supporting patients through the critical early stages of post-operative or perioperative care.  

Responsibilities

**If you have at least one year of experience in the Perioperative area of the operating room as a Circulator, OR Nurse, PACU Nurse or Surgical Nurse you are encouraged to apply! 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

  • Closely 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, keep the patient’s family informed about their condition and the expected timeline for recovery 
  • 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

Education and Work Experience

  • 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.

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    Employment Status

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    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

     

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