RN PACU Post Acute Care Charleston, SC

Company Overview

The Auffant Recruitment Group, Inc is a dedicated recruitment agency focusing on connecting healthcare professionals with leading healthcare institutions across the USA. We are committed to fostering a diverse workplace that promotes inclusion, collaboration, and excellence in patient care. Our mission is to empower healthcare providers by streamlining the hiring process and ensuring a perfect match between candidates and employers, thereby enhancing the overall quality of care delivered to patients in every community.

Job Details

RN PACU Post Acute Care, Charleston, SC 10K Sign-On-Bonus

• Critical care and/or ICU experience a plus.
• Minimum of six months to one year’s work experience preferred.
• Shift Type (Clinical Positions): Day Shift, Night Shift
• Facility Type: Long-Term Acute Care
• Job Type: Full-Time

Role Responsibilities

• Provide post-anesthesia care to patients recovering from surgery.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and overall condition post-operatively.
• Administer medications as prescribed and manage pain relief protocols.
• Assess, plan, and implement patient care plans with attention to detail.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families about recovery status.
• Document comprehensive patient assessments and care interventions.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care procedures and expectations.
• Identify potential complications and respond with appropriate interventions.
• Maintain a sterile and safe environment in the PACU.
• Participate in patient transfers to different recovery units or discharge.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families during recovery.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist in training and mentoring new nursing staff in the PACU.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the unit.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• 6 months Previous experience in PACU or critical care settings.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of pharmacology and pain management.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Understanding of infection control and safety protocols.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development.

Skills & Keywords

electronic health records (ehr), medication administration, acute care, icu, registered nurse (rn), acute, team collaboration, patient assessment, critical care, pain management, post-anesthesia care, pacu, communication, quality improvement, infection control

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