The Perioperative Services Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to surgical and procedural patients in the preoperative area and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), including both Phase I and Phase II recovery. This position is responsible for patient assessment, monitoring, recovery from anesthesia, pain management, patient education, and coordination of care to ensure safe patient outcomes throughout the perioperative process. This is an evening shift position with weekend and holiday call responsibilities.
Position: Registered Nurse
Department: PACU
Schedule: Per Diem- scheduled per department needs
Essential Responsibilities / Duties:
Primary Responsibilities
Preoperative Responsibilities
Perform preoperative patient assessments and documentation
Verify consent forms, surgical site, and required documentation
Start IVs and administer preoperative medications as order...