We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Travel Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive postoperative care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures.
Posted Sep 8
Unit and setting
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) · Hospital patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures
License
RN license Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license with current state licensure required.Registered Nurse (RN) license with current state licensure
Term
Travel
Do you qualify?
License
Registered Nurse (RN) license with current state licensureValid Registered Nurse (RN) license with current state licensure required.
Certification
AHA BLSBLS AHA (Required)
Certification
AHA ACLSACLS AHA (Required)
Certification
AHA PALSPALS AHA (Required)
Experience
PACU experiencePACU: 2 years (Required)
Experience
experience with pediatrics, geriatrics, developmental disabilities, or hospice and palliative care
Also asks
familiarity with Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorksFamiliarity with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for documentation purposes.
Also asks
knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology relevant to perioperative careStrong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology relevant to perioperative care.
Also asks
proficiency in IV infusion, suturing, tube feeding management, and airway management techniquesProficiency in advanced nursing skills such as IV infusion, suturing, tube feeding management, and airway management techniques.
Also asks
ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and respond to acute pain or emergenciesAbility to perform comprehensive patient assessments and respond effectively to acute pain or emergent situations.
Also asks
communication skills and compassionate approach in high-pressure environmentsExcellent communication skills coupled with a compassionate approach to patient care delivery in high-pressure environments.
Also asks
reside more than 50 miles from facilityFacility need candidates who reside more than 50 miles
Also asks
ability to commute to Northridge, CAAbility to Commute: Northridge, CA 91325 (Required)
Also asks
relocate to Northridge, CA before starting workAbility to Relocate: Northridge, CA 91325: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Also asks
100% travelWillingness to travel: 100% (Required)
Preferred
Experience
critical care experience in ICU, Level I or II trauma centers, or emergency departmentsProven critical care experience in settings such as ICU, trauma centers (Level I or II), or emergency departments preferred.
What it pays
Against similar roles
In range for California travel rolesCalifornia travel postings that state pay run $1,730/week to $3,100/week, the middle half $2,040/week to $2,800/week, across 319 postings.
Benefits
BenefitsDental insuranceDental insurance
BenefitsPaid time offPaid time off
BenefitsVision insuranceVision insurance
The role and schedule
Charting
Epic or CernerDocument all patient interactions accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Day to day
monitor and assess vital signs, neurological status, and overall condition postoperativelyMonitor and assess patients' vital signs, neurological status, and overall condition during the immediate postoperative period.
Day to day
administer medications including pain management and sedationAdminister medications, including pain management and sedation, following established protocols and physician orders.
Day to day
wound care, IV insertions, and catheter management using aseptic techniquesUtilize aseptic techniques for wound care, IV insertions, and catheter management to prevent infection.
Day to day
collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on individualized post-anesthesia care plansCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for post-anesthesia recovery.
Day to day
provide education and emotional support regarding recovery and dischargeProvide education and emotional support to patients and their families regarding recovery processes and discharge instructions.
Day to day
document patient interactions within EHR systems
Day to day
respond to emergent situations with airway management and ventilator supportRespond promptly to emergent situations using critical care response procedures, including airway management and ventilator support when necessary.
Day to day
assist with laboratory specimen collection and imaging proceduresAssist with diagnostic evaluations like laboratory specimen collection or imaging procedures such as CT scans or sonography as needed.
Day to day
maintain infection control adhering to NCQA standardsEnsure infection control standards are maintained throughout all patient care activities, adhering to NCQA standards.
Day to day
support discharge planning, follow-up coordination, and medication reconciliationSupport discharge planning by coordinating follow-up care, medication reconciliation, and patient education on post-operative instructions.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Travel Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive postoperative care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in critical care nursing, with experience working in diverse clinical settings such as hospital medicine, emergency medicine, or trauma centers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while supporting patients' recovery and safety.
The successful applicant will demonstrate proficiency with electronic health record systems, advanced nursing techniques, and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Duties
Monitor and assess patients' vital signs, neurological status, and overall condition during the immediate postoperative period.
Administer medications, including pain management and sedation, following established protocols and physician orders.
Utilize aseptic techniques for wound care, IV insertions, and catheter management to prevent infection.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for post-anesthesia recovery.
Provide education and emotional support to patients and their families regarding recovery processes and discharge instructions.
Document all patient interactions accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Respond promptly to emergent situations using critical care response procedures, including airway management and ventilator support when necessary.
Assist with diagnostic evaluations like laboratory specimen collection or imaging procedures such as CT scans or sonography as needed.
Ensure infection control standards are maintained throughout all patient care activities, adhering to NCQA standards.
Support discharge planning by coordinating follow-up care, medication reconciliation, and patient education on post-operative instructions.
Qualifications
Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license with current state licensure required.
Proven critical care experience in settings such as ICU, trauma centers (Level I or II), or emergency departments preferred.
Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for documentation purposes.
Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology relevant to perioperative care.
Experience working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those requiring hospice & palliative medicine services.
Proficiency in advanced nursing skills such as IV infusion, suturing, tube feeding management, and airway management techniques.
Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments and respond effectively to acute pain or emergent situations.
Excellent communication skills coupled with a compassionate approach to patient care delivery in high-pressure environments.
Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional postoperative recovery experiences through expert nursing practice!
Pay: $2,400.00 - $2,543.00 per week
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Application Question(s)
Facility need candidates who reside more than 50 miles
Experience
PACU: 2 years (Required)
License/
Certification
BLS AHA (Required)
ACLS AHA (Required)
PALS AHA (Required)
Ability to Commute
Northridge, CA 91325 (Required)
Ability to Relocate
Northridge, CA 91325: Relocate before starting work (Required)
