university of texas at austin staffAustin, TX
Pre/Post Op PACU Registered Nurse (RN)
$39.42/hr
Apply (opens in a new tab)Pre/Post Op PACU Registered Nurse (RN)
Pre/Post Op PACU Registered Nurse (RN)
university of texas at austin staffAustin, TX
13 days ago
$39.42/hr
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsSpecialty HospitalsFreestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Pre/Post Op Pacu Registered Nurse (Rn) The Pre-Op/PACU RN is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients before and after surgical procedures. This role involves preparing patients for surgery, monitoring their recovery from anesthesia, and ensuring a smooth transition through the perioperative process. The Pre-op/PACU RN reports to the Pre-op/PACU Charge Nurse and works closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare Patients for Surgery
- Assess patients' physical and emotional needs.
- Take and record vital signs and medical histories.
- Initiate IVs and administer pre-operative medications.
Monitor Post-Anesthesia Recovery:
Observe patients for side effects of anesthesia.
Monitor and record patient vital signs.
Assess patients' level of consciousness and comfort.
Administer Medications and Treatments:
Administer pain medications and other treatments as necessary.
Change wound dressings and provide post-operative care.
Ensure patients receive appropriate pain management.
Coordinate Patient Care:
Communicate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Provide detailed handovers to the next shift.
Educate Patients and Families:
Provide pre- and post-operative care instructions to patients and their families.
Answer questions and address concerns regarding surgery and recovery.
Offer emotional support and reassurance.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- At least 2 year(s) of experience in in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field
- At least 3 year(s) of experience in pre-operative or post-anesthesia care
- Supervisory experience.
- Certification in Post-Anesthesia Nursing (CPAN) and Basic Life Support (BLS).Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
- Salary Range$39.42/hr + depending on qualifications
- Working Environment/Equipment
- Standard office equipment
- Repetitive use of a keyboard
- May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.
- Required Materials
- Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Senior
Salary
$39.42/hr
Location
Austin, TX
Occupation
Registered Nurses
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
13 days ago