Preoperative / PACU Registered Nurse (RN)

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is variable, with shifts ranging from:

• 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Preoperative / PACU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This role is critical in providing high-quality care to patients undergoing surgery and those in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU).

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient vital signs and conditions before and after surgery.
• Administer medications and ensure patient safety throughout the preoperative and postoperative phases.
• Assist in preparing patients for surgical procedures, ensuring comfort and explained processes.
• Provide postoperative care in the PACU, including patient assessment and discharge planning.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• Experience in a preoperative or PACU setting is preferred.
• Must be able to fulfill on-call requirements, which include approximately 3-4 weeknight calls and one 24-hour weekend call in an 8-week period.

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!