What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU Nurse - Weeknight Dedicated Call Team position at Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care?
Role: PACU Nurse for a dedicated call team, providing post-anesthesia care for surgical patients.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Deliver expert care focusing on airway management, pain control, and hemodynamic stability.
- Respond to after-hours PACU cases, triage, and prioritize patient needs.
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and OR staff to ensure optimal recovery.
- Utilize evidence-based practices, advanced monitoring, and effective communication.
- Support patient safety and recovery outcomes within a patient-first culture.
- Participate in ongoing education and professional growth opportunities.
- Experience in post-anesthesia or PACU care preferred.
- Strong skills in airway management, pain control, and patient assessment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
- Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.