Registered Nurse - PACU

Location

Chattanooga, TN

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

12-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM with call rotations.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) will provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. The nurse will be responsible for monitoring post-operative patients, managing pain levels, and ensuring overall patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients post-operation.
• Administer medications and manage pain relief.
• Conduct thorough patient evaluations and report findings.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers during intubations and other procedures.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding post-operative care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• At least 1 year of ICU/PACU experience is required.
• Must possess advanced skills including ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.
• CCRN and CAPA certifications are preferred.

Dress Code

Navy blue scrubs are required.

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!