We are seeking a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse, also referred to as a PACU RN or 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.  

Shift’s Available:  Days (some call) 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Hours: 6:30am - 7:00pm 

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, Alabama 

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 

**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 

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  

• 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.
• Previous Critical Care or PACU experience or minimum of one year on the job training.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• PALS (AHA) certificate preferred.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

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