Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) RN
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
3x12-Hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00, with on-call requirement including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Job Description
The Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a highly skilled 8 bay unit providing essential care following surgical procedures. The PACU RN will monitor patients on a 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, ensuring safety and quality of care as they recover from anesthesia. Responsibilities include managing airways, pain levels, and vital signs, alongside providing comprehensive support for all post-surgical needs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor patient vital signs and surgical recovery in PACU.
- Manage patient airways and pain levels effectively.
- Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Transport patients back to ASU with appropriate monitoring.
- Provide education and support to patients and families regarding postoperative care.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Minimum one year of PACU experience in a main hospital setting.
- Pediatric OR experience is required.
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are mandatory.
- Active RN license compliant with state regulations.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
Setting
Acute Care
City
State
NC
28546
#J-18808-Ljbffr