Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $1,864 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is recruiting a travel nurse RN for a PACU - Post Anesthesia Care position in Wailuku, Hawaii.

Responsibilities

• Receive and conduct comprehensive assessments of patients transferring from the operating room and assess their post-anesthesia condition
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of recovering patients
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved post-anesthesia nursing techniques
• Collaborate with the surgical team and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive post-operative care
• Operate and monitor PACU-specific equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and recovery progress in the medical records
• Develop and deliver individualized patient and family education plans, including detailed discharge instructions and recovery guidelines
• Participate in patient handoff communications to ensure continuity of care between OR, PACU, and post-PACU units

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as a PACU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification
• PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications preferred

Qualifications

Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend. Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment. Must have the ability to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism.

Skills

Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language. Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer-a-friend bonus program
• Exclusive discounts
• 24/7 recruiter support

Pay

Based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation)

Schedule

12 hours, days