Support a caseload that is approximately 80% orthopedic and 20% general surgery, including total joint procedures, sports medicine, foot/ankle, general surgery, and breast/reconstruction cases. Operate unit equipment including stretchers, EKG monitors, blood glucose monitors, BP monitors, and Pyxis machines; document care using Meditech EMR.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Centennial, CO
Description
TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified PACU/Pre-Post Op RN in Centennial, Colorado, 80112!
Job Title
Travel RN – PACU
Location
Englewood, CO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 13-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities
Provide pre-operative and post-operative nursing care across Phase 1 and Phase 2 PACU settings within a high-volume surgical unit
Manage patient ratios of 1:2 in PreOp, 1:1 in Phase 1 PACU, and 1:2 in Phase 2 PACU
Support a caseload that is approximately 80% orthopedic and 20% general surgery, including total joint procedures, sports medicine, foot/ankle, general surgery, and breast/reconstruction cases
Operate unit equipment including stretchers, EKG monitors, blood glucose monitors, BP monitors, and Pyxis machines; document care using Meditech EMR
Collaborate with floor nursing teams for patient admissions and transitions of care
Participate in PACU call as required by unit scheduling needs
Required Qualifications
Active RN license valid in the state of Colorado (or compact eligibility)
Minimum 1 year of current PACU experience with an orthopedic patient population
PACU call experience required
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Preferred Experience / Skills
Knowledge of PT/OT instructions and protocols for joint replacement patients
Comfort with and experience in bedside patient teaching
Team-oriented, flexible, dependable, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced surgical environment
Why Join Us
Work in a modern, well-maintained facility with a collaborative and experienced nursing team known for strong unit morale and dedicated anesthesia support
Gain exposure to a diverse surgical caseload in a supportive environment with kind surgical staff and a team committed to patient and staff success