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MAMMOTH HOSPITAL

Registered Nurse - PACU

Mammoth Lakes, CA · On-site

$55.68 - $79.30/hr

The PACU Registered Nurse initiates a plan of care based on identified medical, surgical, and ... weekends. * On-call shifts required. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be ...

MAMMOTH HOSPITAL

Registered Nurse - PACU

Mammoth Lakes, CA · On-site

$55.68 - $79.30/hr

The PACU Registered Nurse initiates a plan of care based on identified medical, surgical, and ... weekends. * On-call shifts required. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be ...

Vascular Surgery

PACU RN

San Leandro, CA · On-site

... the outpatient vascular surgery setting. Reports To: Angio Suite Nursing Director / Clinical ... Rare overtime or occasional weekends as needed * Travel between office locations may occasionally ...

Cynet Health

PACU RN

Eureka, CA

$2.45K/wk

Details Client Name Providence Health and Services Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession Registered Nurse Specialty PACU Job ID 17960894 Job Title PACU RN Weekly Pay $2445.74 Shift Details ...

Cynet Health

PACU RN

Eureka, CA

$2.45K/wk

Details Client Name Providence Health and Services Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession Registered Nurse Specialty PACU Job ID 17960894 Job Title PACU RN Weekly Pay $2445.74 Shift Details ...

Zenex Partners

Registered Nurse - PACU

San Mateo, CA

... PACU RN and/or experience in an outpatient surgical setting. Shift: 4x10s variable, 0600-0930 start times. No on-call, no weekend closing shift, 0930-1800 may be required to stay late if patient does ...

Per Diem Staffing Systems, Inc.

PACU RN

Anaheim, CA

$76 - $79/hr

PACU RN Kaiser Anaheim is seeking multiple PACU RN's who can pick up registry shifts on a ... and weekend coverage. The primary need is to help fill specific scheduling gaps. Shifts would ...

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Bestica

Travel PACU Registered Nurse

Fullerton, CA

Bestica is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Fullerton, California. & Requirements * Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care * Discipline: RN * Start ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Outpatient PACU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Outpatient PACU RN, you need strong post-anesthesia care skills, acute patient assessment abilities, and a current RN license, often with ACLS and PALS certifications. Familiarity with EHR systems, patient monitoring equipment, and post-operative protocols is essential. Compassion, quick decision-making, and effective communication help you excel in supporting patients and coordinating with surgical teams. These skills ensure safe, efficient recovery for patients and seamless workflow during high-demand weekend shifts.

What are some unique challenges faced by Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs, and how can new hires prepare for them?

Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs often encounter a condensed surgical schedule and may work with a smaller support team compared to weekday shifts. This can require greater independence and strong prioritization skills, as rapid patient turnover and timely discharge are essential. New hires can prepare by familiarizing themselves with common post-anesthesia complications, building solid communication habits, and staying organized to ensure patient safety while efficiently managing multiple cases. Collaboration with anesthesia providers and surgeons is critical, so being proactive in team communication is key to success.

What are Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs?

Weekend Outpatient PACU RNs are registered nurses who specialize in caring for patients recovering from anesthesia after outpatient (same-day) surgeries, specifically working weekend shifts. Their primary responsibilities include monitoring patients' vital signs, managing pain and post-anesthesia symptoms, and ensuring safe recovery before discharge. They play a critical role in patient safety and comfort during the immediate post-surgical period, often working closely with anesthesiologists and surgical teams. Weekend shifts may involve unique challenges, such as fewer support staff and managing multiple patients simultaneously.
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Registered Nurse - PACU

Registered Nurse - PACU

MAMMOTH HOSPITAL

Mammoth Lakes, CA • On-site

$55.68 - $79.30/hr

Full-time

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Job description

The PACU Registered Nurse initiates a plan of care based on identified medical, surgical, and nursing diagnosis which is consistent with knowledge of illnesses, injuries, diseases, human behavior and outlined standards of care. The PACU Registered Nurse will direct and coordinate with other departments and ancillary personnel to provide a safe environment and a high standard of quality care. The PACU Registered Nurse provides nursing care to preoperative and post-anesthesia patients and has charge of patient safety, provision of supplies, equipment, and maintaining asepsis.
What You'll Do:
  • Assess, instruct, & prepare patients prior to surgery
  • Ensure that operative and informed consents are signed and correct
  • Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure
  • Initiate IV's and ensure patients are informed about procedure
  • Aware of patient needs and able to correlate physician's orders and diagnosis
  • Post operatively asses patients condition and correlate Anesthesiologist's orders to patient needs
  • Identifies interventions necessary for expected outcomes based on specific surgery, anesthesia, illness, injury or disease on specific surgery, PACU standards of care
  • Individualizes care plan in PACU utilizing input from patient, family, Anesthesiologist, Surgeon, and O.R. nurse
  • Documents patient care on clinical records on initial assessment to hospital and in the PACU according to policy
  • Consistently presents accurate, concise reports to the O.R. nurse pre operatively and to the unit nurse post operatively
  • Answer patient questions and ensure patient comfort

Who You Are:
  • Collaborative team player
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Excellent communicator
  • Compassionate & Reassuring
  • Accurate documentation skills

Qualifications:
  • State of California Registered Nurse license required.
  • American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
  • Minimum of 1 year PACU experience preferred.

Job Information:
  • Starting wage $55.68 to $67.49 based on qualifications.
  • Full-time, varied 12-hour shifts, including weekends.
  • On-call shifts required.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. An equal opportunity employer.

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