RN- POST ANASTHESIA CARE UNIT
We are seeking a dedicated PACU nurse to carefully monitor the condition of patients who are waking up from post-operative anesthesia. You will be monitoring levels of consciousness, measuring vital signs, and treating post-operative side effects of anesthesia medication such as pain or nausea.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring post-operative patients' levels of consciousness during recovery from anesthesia.
- Measuring and recording patients' vital signs.
- Closely observing patients for signs of side effects of anethesia medication.
- Treating pain, nausea, and other post-operative symptoms of anesthesia.
- Updating charts, patient files, and medical records.
- Collaborating with the medical team on post-operative patient care and facilitating timely specialized interventions.
Required Skills:
Two years of the following experience is required: Medical/Surgical experience IV Insertion and phlebotomy conscious sedation
Two years of the following experience is required: Medical/Surgical experience IV Insertion and phlebotomy conscious sedation
Schedule: 8X5 (40 Hrs.)/week- 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Locations: Elmhurst/ Bronx
Pay Scale: $75 Hr. - $80/ Hr. on W2