What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - PACU position at Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care?
Role Overview: The PRN PACU RN provides specialized post-anesthesia care, monitoring and supporting patients recovering from surgery. Responsibilities include assessing vital signs, managing airway patency, administering medications for pain and nausea, and evaluating for complications such as hemorrhage or infection. The RN collaborates with the healthcare team to coordinate patient care, documents assessments and interventions accurately, and educates patients and families on recovery procedures. The role requires maintaining patient privacy and dignity, adhering to professional standards, and participating in ongoing education and research activities.
- Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required; 2-year associate degree in nursing preferred. Current RN licensure, with necessary certifications, and 2 years of relevant experience are essential. Knowledge of patient care, critical thinking, communication, conflict resolution, and computer skills are necessary. Ability to prioritize and adapt care based on patient needs is required.