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Reworld

Control Room Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

... recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals ... Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and ...

Reworld

Control Room Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

... recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals ... Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and ...

SPOC Energy

Systems Administrator

Trussville, AL · On-site

Support conference room technologies.Maintain documentation and knowledge base articles.Escalate ... Manage backups and recovery processes.Monitor system security.Assist with network troubleshooting.

SPOC Energy

Systems Administrator

Trussville, AL · On-site

Support conference room technologies. * Maintain documentation and knowledge base articles ... Manage backups and recovery processes. * Monitor system security. * Assist with network ...

SPOC Energy

Systems Administrator

Trussville, AL · On-site

Support conference room technologies. * Maintain documentation and knowledge base articles ... Manage backups and recovery processes. * Monitor system security. * Assist with network ...

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What is a recovery room tech?

A Recovery Room Tech, also known as a Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Technician, is a healthcare professional who assists in the care of patients recovering from anesthesia after surgery. They monitor patients' vital signs, help with patient positioning, provide comfort, and support the nursing staff in ensuring a safe and efficient recovery process. Recovery Room Techs also help maintain a clean environment, prepare equipment, and communicate important information to nurses and doctors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recovery room tech, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recovery Room Tech, you need foundational knowledge of post-anesthesia care, vital sign monitoring, and basic life support, typically supported by a relevant certification such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or similar credential. Familiarity with patient monitoring systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and safe patient transfer techniques is commonly required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you respond effectively to patient needs and emergencies. These skills ensure safe patient recovery, accurate documentation, and efficient teamwork in the fast-paced post-operative environment.

What are some common challenges faced by recovery room techs during patient handoff and how can they be addressed?

Recovery Room Techs often encounter challenges during patient handoff, such as managing patients who are waking from anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring clear communication between surgical, anesthesia, and nursing teams. To address these challenges, it's important to stay organized, closely follow established protocols, and communicate changes in patient status promptly. Building strong teamwork skills and being proactive about asking questions or clarifying instructions can also help ensure safe and smooth transitions for patients in the recovery area.

What cities in Alabama are hiring for Recovery Room Tech jobs?

Cities in Alabama with the most Recovery Room Tech job openings:

Registered Nurse (Nights) -Surgical Services, Recovery Room, University Hospital

AL • On-site

USA Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

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Job description

Overview
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Responsibilities
  • Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
  • Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure
  • Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants. Instrumentation, and equipment
  • Provides for patient safety by actively participating In the Intraoperative "timeout*
  • Participates in counting all sponges, instruments, etc., at appropriate times during the surgical procedure
  • Position the patient on the operating room table utilizing safety measures such as safety belts, positioning devices and alarms
  • Assures aseptic conditions are maintained by the scrubbed surgical team throughout the procedure
  • Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
  • Serves as the communication liaison to family and members of the operating team
  • Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol
  • Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
  • Observes, checks and monitors all equipment used during surgery to ensure operational efficiency
  • Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
  • Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
  • Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting
  • Manage direct patient care of assigned patients that are scheduled for surgery or transferred to the PACU department for observation.
  • Perform all aspects of care within the nursing scope of practice per the Alabama board of nursing
  • Proficiently manages nursing assignments when assigned charge nurse and maintains PACU throughput Ensures all surgical patients are appropriately prepared and optimized for surgery in the preoperative holding area
  • Appropriately recover all postoperative patients at the bedside per ASPANs guidelines and actively assist patients in returning to their pre-anesthesia state
  • Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, technologist, and other hospital personnel as necessary to provide quality patient care appropriately with all other members of the health care team
  • Support the daily operations of the OR and PACU schedules by
  • Promote a positive work attitude and provide patient centered care
  • Actively develops a sense of team. Initiates and participates In team development
  • Maintains professional growth and development through an ongoing process of formal and informal education
  • Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone
  • Responds to overhead pages
  • Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict
  • Cooperates, he Ips others and improves the performance of the unit
  • Completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements
  • Utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job
  • Upon completion of orientation routinely serves as preceptor to new employee's
  • Timely, consistent, and accurate handoffs to subsequent caregivers
  • Works efficiently and professionally with positive attitude with surgical team
  • Performs circulating duties in surgical services with minimal support
  • Facilitate case turnover and OR efficiency
  • Prepares case according to preference card.
  • Notifies service line coordinator of any updates needing to be made.
  • Participates on Shared Governance as assigned.
  • Participates in Performance Improvement activities through quality measurement or participation of ICARE process as assigned.
  • Performs scrub functions.
  • Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
  • Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
  • Regular and prompt attendance
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
  • Related duties as assigned

Additional Information
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama Required
  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Upon Hire Required
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support within 90 Days Required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 Days Required
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 90 Days Required
  • TCAR - Trauma Care After Resuscitation within 180 Days Required
  • Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer - minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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