What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - PACU position at Odessa Regional Medical Center?
Registered Nurse - PACU - PRN
Odessa Regional Medical Center’s reputation for delivering personalized, professional medical care is built on the hard work and dedication of physicians, nurses, technologists and other members of our healthcare team. We offer outstanding career opportunities for qualified people who share our commitment to providing expert healthcare and excellent customer service. Our employees enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Position Details:
- Shift: Days
Job Summary:
As an PACU Registered Nurse, you will care for patients recovering from anesthesia and surgery in a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
- Check blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and temperature
- Check the patient's level of consciousness and orientation
- Administer medications to treat pain and nausea
- Look for signs of bleeding, low blood pressure, or arrhythmias
- Dress wounds and assess drains
- Teach patients and their families about post-operative care
- Update surgeons and anesthesiologists on the patient's condition
- Transfer patients to the next destination, usually within a few hours
Qualifications:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
- BLS and ACLS certifications
- PALS preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience required
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care