Travel PACU RN in Atlanta, Georgia

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Travel PACU RN in Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta, GA
Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Hospital in Atlanta seeking PACU RN to monitor post-op patients, manage vital signs, educate families, and respond to emergencies in a 3x12 night shift.

Requirements

  • Patient assessment skills
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Family education

Qualifications

  • RN license in Georgia
  • Experience in PACU preferred

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Responsibilities

Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN’s (PACU RNs) assess patients’ health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing vital signs, changing bandages, and administering necessary medications. PACU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Educate families and patients about homecare instructions
  • Manage respiratory instability and cardiac monitoring activities
  • Assess patient’s condition after surgery is performed, ensuring that all vital signs are within range
  • Monitor patient’s condition changes and report changes to the healthcare team
  • Perform intervention duties in the case of post-operative emergencies
Shift: 3x12 Nights
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