What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACU AND PREOP NURSE position at Timpview ASC, LLC?
Timpview ASC is an established and growing ambulatory surgery center in American Fork, Utah, seeking a full-time PACU Registered Nurse to join our team. We are committed to a positive, supportive work environment and a strong workplace culture.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with employer match
NO CALL · NO WEEKENDS · NO HOLIDAYS
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Position Summary
The PACU RN acts as a patient advocate and provides safe, high-quality post-anesthesia care. This role collaborates closely with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):
- Advocate for patients by providing individualized, continuity-based care
- Provide post-operative care including airway management, stabilization of vital signs, pain and nausea control, and safe emergence from anesthesia
- Administer medications and document vital signs, nursing notes, and medications on PACU records
- Educate patients and/or responsible adults on discharge instructions and post-operative care
- Obtain discharge orders from anesthesiologist or surgeon as appropriate
- Perform PACU operational duties, including:
- Checking crash cart, oxygen tanks, and AEDs daily
- Counting and replenishing PACU narcotics with another RN
- Restocking Phase II refrigerator and PACU supplies Cleaning gurneys and restocking after each patient
- Make post-operative follow-up calls and document patient status
- Follow safety protocols for Category I exposure tasks and hazardous waste handling
- Complete required documentation for patient transfers, including Variance Reports and Transfer Logs
- Secure medications, equipment, charts, and supply areas at the end of each shift
- Notify PACU leadership of equipment or instrument issues requiring repair or service
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Compensation
- Competitive wages
- Salary negotiable based on experience