PACU RN

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Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our PostAnesthesia Care Unit (PACU) team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptionalcare to patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring their comfort and safetyduring the critical recovery period. About Us: The SurgeryCenter of Southern Oregon is now accepting applications for motivatedcandidates to join our PACU / Pain Clinic team. We are committed to providingexcellent patient care and ensuring a positive work environment for our staff.At SCSO, we value work-life balance and prioritize our employees' well-being.

JobDescription: Asa PACU / Pain Clinic Nurse, you will be responsible for preparing patients forsurgery and assisting them in recovery post-operatively. Your duties willinclude assessing patients' conditions, monitoring vital signs, administeringmedications, administration of conscious sedation after successful completionof sedation training program, and coordinating patient care with the surgicalteam. You will work closely with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcareprofessionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

We lookforward to discussing available employment opportunities with you and willprovide additional information at your request.

Duties

• Monitor     patients' vital signs and overall condition during the recovery phase.
• Administer     medications and manage intravenous (IV) lines as necessary.
• Conduct     thorough patient assessments to identify any complications or concerns.
• Provide     education and support to patients and their families regarding     post-operative care.
• Collaborate     with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal     patient outcomes.
• Implement     infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
• Assist     in catheter care and management of drains as needed.
• Document     all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions accurately in     electronic health records.

Requirements

• Current     Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Experience     in PACU or critical care nursing preferred.
• Proficient     in primary care skills including venipuncture, patient assessment, and     administering injections.
• Knowledge     of family planning practices and emergency medicine procedures.
• Ability     to perform spinal taps when required.
• Strong     understanding of infection control measures and catheter care techniques.
• Experience     working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.
• Excellent     communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Join our teamof healthcare professionals dedicated to providing high-quality patient care ina supportive environment. Your expertise will make a significant difference inthe lives of our patients during their recovery journey.

Job Type:Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)     matching
• Dental     insurance
• Employee     assistance program
• Flexible     spending account
• Health     insurance
• Health     savings account
• Life     insurance
• Paid     time off
• Parental     leave
• Professional     development assistance
• Referral     program
• Retirement     plan
• Vision     insurance

MedicalSpecialty:

• Medical-Surgical
• Perioperative     Care
• Surgery

PhysicalSetting:

• Ambulatory     surgery center

SupplementalPay:

• Differential     pay
• Overtime     pay

WorkLocation: In person

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