What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Recovery/PACU position at TeamMD At Millburn LLC?
The Recovery/Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse at TeamMD at Millburn is responsible for delivering high-quality, post-operative care to patients emerging from anesthesia. This nurse monitors and manages patients' physiological status, ensuring a safe and smooth transition from the surgical suite to full recovery or discharge.
Key Responsibilities
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Proactively participates as a team member in support of the total post-anesthesia care process
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Using two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure performed
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Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare the recovery room/PACU area according to requirements of patient, physician orders, and patient procedure
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Provides comfort and reassurance to patient
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Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur
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Maintains patient’s privacy and dignity
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Utilize the nursing process to perform safe and individualized nursing care, in the immediate post-anesthesia period
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Administers medication(s) per order of physician
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Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction
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Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care
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Monitors patient condition and maintains accurate documentation during post-anesthesia period
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Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician
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Documents patient-care records and other forms accurately, legibly and in a timely manner, following policies and
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procedures
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Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia
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Assesses the physical and emotional status of the patient in preparation for discharge
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Reviews post-procedure instructions including medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult
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Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care
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Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel to provide effective and efficient case management
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Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
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Assists or supervises patients attire change (as necessary)
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Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
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Assists with supplies, drugs, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and
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cleanliness of recovery room/PACU area
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Transports patients as needed, observing policies, procedures, and safety requirements
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Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
Benefits & Perks
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Competitive salary
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Health, dental, and vision insurance.
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Professional development opportunities.
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A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Background Check Requirement: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information as permitted by law