What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU Registered Nurse position at Affinity Home Health Care Inc?
Position: PRN PACU Registered Nurse
Role: Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care for surgical patients.
Responsibilities
Role: Provide high-quality post-anesthesia care for surgical patients.
Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and stabilize patients emerging from anesthesia.
- Manage airways and administer medications as needed.
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition using evidence-based protocols.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Educate patients and families about post-operative care.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient care.
- Follow infection control and patient safety standards.
- Registered Nurse licensure.
- Strong understanding of post-anesthesia care and patient assessment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, compassionate environment.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Commitment to safety, infection control, and quality care.