PACU Registered Nurse

This is a Monday - Friday position with some call included. Job Summary PACU Nurse: Provides direct patient care to pediatric through geriatric patient populations. Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Assists with the maintenance of PACU equipment and inventory. Participates in performance improvement activities. Responsible for monitoring patient's physiological status in the immediate postoperative environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesia provider continuously, and as needed, about patient conditions; receives direction for patient management. Intercedes to maintain optimum homeostasis.