Travel Nurse RN - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) / Pre-Post Op - $2,023 per week in Bay City, MI

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Variable Start Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 2 years in PACU required License: State License - Michigan Certifications: BLS (AHA) Must-Have: - 2 years of PACU experience Description: Key responsibilities include: Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and temperature, as patients recover from anesthesia. Symptom and Pain Management: Administer medications, such as painkillers, anti-nausea drugs, and fluids, to manage post-operative symptoms effectively and keep the patient comfortable.

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Post Anesthesia Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Variable Start Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 2 years in PACU required License: State License - Michigan Certifications: BLS (AHA) Must-Have: - 2 years of PACU experience Description: Key responsibilities include: Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and temperature, as patients recover from anesthesia. Airway Management: Ensure a patent airway and adequate respiratory function, intervening quickly if an obstruction or respiratory distress occurs. Symptom and Pain Management: Administer medications, such as painkillers, anti-nausea drugs, and fluids, to manage post-operative symptoms effectively and keep the patient comfortable. Assessment and Intervention: Assess surgical sites for bleeding or complications, check dressings, and perform physical assessments. Recognize adverse reactions to anesthesia or surgery and initiate appropriate emergency interventions. Documentation and Communication: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records. Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members regarding the patient's condition and care plan.